We have this lovely tree in our garden that we've had for years but never known what type of berries have been dropping off of it.
We have a few dogs and are worried whether or not they're safe for them to grab and eat.
Will very much appreciate any info on what they are and if they're toxic for dogs to eat.
Also 2 little shield bugs featured in the last pic, they seem to love that tree.
by SirButtShuffle
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they look like some cultivar of elderberries to me – I may be wrong though
What size are they? Hard to tell in the image
Some type of elderberry is my guess, in which case yes they would be toxic to dogs
Black Lace Elderberry. Sambucus Nigra.
If it is Elderberry, the berries make delicious juice for jelly or wine! My husband loves the berries baked as a pie. Don’t consume them raw, but safe for humans when cooked/processed with heat.