Dr. Appleseed's Elderberry Blog

We had a great opportunity to chat with Rupam of Rupam's Herbals about elderberry, what they can do for you, and why we are the only product they carry that isn't made in-house. We cover a lot of ground, so if you're interested in elderberry, buckle up and dive in!

When I first started Dr. Appleseed's Elderberry Extracts 5 years ago, everything from picking to packing was done by myself, and exclusively sold at farmer's markets. My mission was to improve the wild populations of native pollinator plants while making the highest quality elderberry immune support supplement available.  So much...

What’s the difference between an elderberry syrup, and unsweetened elderberry extract?                                                  I’m Catie Morse, ND owner and operator of Dr. Appleseed’s Elderberry Extract. Over the years,...

The elder plant is one of the most widely used health-supporting botanicals in the world. While elderberries have only recently gained attention from the mainstream medical community for their usefulness in promoting resilience and maintaining good health, this herbal ally has long been part of the human story.

     Every year I am just blown away by the elderberries growing in the wild. They are so beautiful! Harvest is absolutely my favorite and most cherished experience of the year, every year. I go out into the Cascade mountains with my fabulous small crew and we harvest away...