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Purpleleaf Sand Cherry

Prunus X Cistena

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Overview

Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus x cistena) is a deciduous shrub popular for its vibrant reddish-purple foliage and fragrant white-pink blooms. It matures around 7-10ft tall with an equal spread, thriving in full sun to part shade and adapting to various soil types. This hardy plant adds a splash of color to landscapes and requires pruning to maintain shape. Great for focal points or as a dramatic border. USDA zones 3-7.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — While these berries are attractive; shrub / tree for full
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — This hardy plant adds a splash of color to landscapes and requires pruning to maintain shapePurpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — the foliage of the Purpleleaf Sand Cherry adds a vibrant contrast against the more common greens of a garden; itPurpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — Great for focal points or as a dramatic border; this hardy plant adds a splash of color to landscapes and requiresPurpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — white flowers in the gardenPurpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — making it a medium-sized focal piece for any garden design.<br><br>With leaves that emerge a rich; it's importantPurpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — It's important to note this shrub may suffer from short life span+34

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
6–8 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — While these berries are attractive; shrub / tree for full
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — This hardy plant adds a splash of color to landscapes and requires pruning to maintain shape
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — the foliage of the Purpleleaf Sand Cherry adds a vibrant contrast against the more common greens of a garden; it
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — Great for focal points or as a dramatic border; this hardy plant adds a splash of color to landscapes and requires
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — white flowers in the garden
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — making it a medium-sized focal piece for any garden design.<br><br>With leaves that emerge a rich; it's important
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — It's important to note this shrub may suffer from short life span
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — can grow to approximately 7 to 10 feet tall and equally as wide
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — the foliage of the Purpleleaf Sand Cherry adds a vibrant contrast against the more common greens of a garden
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — so preventive care is key; white flowers in the garden
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — Great for focal points or as a dramatic border
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — you'll also be treated to an enticing display of fragrant; can grow to approximately 7 to 10 feet tall and equally
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — thriving in full sun to part shade and adapting to various soil types
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — as it can become leggy over time
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — This hardy plant adds a splash of color to landscapes and requires pruning to maintain shape; due to susceptibility
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — typically around 10 to 15 years
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — known for its remarkable leaf color and versatile use
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — thriving in full sun to part shade and adapting to various soil types; you'll also be treated to an enticing
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — While these berries are attractive
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — crimson berries in the summer
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — you'll also be treated to an enticing display of fragrant
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — due to susceptibility to pests and diseases
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — It matures around 7-10ft tall with an equal spread
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — shrub / tree with white blooms
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