Hi All,

the only trouble with elder is that black fly overwinter on it. so you could
have a big problem in the summer when they become active. hope this helps
you.

Richard M. Watkin.

"aj" wrote in message
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Hello
I'd like to put a hedge at the bottom of my garden, approx 25ft wide.
It would be nice to use native British species, that I could eat,
drink or use.
I was thinking about using hazel and elder.
It will be against a fence that faces west and gets shade from a few
surrounding deciduous trees.
Has anyone else done this? Do you think it's a good/bad idea?
How far-apart should I plant them?

Thanks
AJ
Staffordshire, England