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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 5–10Climate Temperate
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — It matures around 7-10ft tall with an equal spread

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

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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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) — 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) — is a stunning deciduous shrub that provides year-round interest in the landscape; typically around 10 to 15 years
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — scientifically known as Prunus x cistena; the foliage of the Purpleleaf Sand Cherry adds a vibrant contrast against
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — known for its remarkable leaf color and versatile use; thriving in full sun to part shade and adapting to various
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) — can grow to approximately 7 to 10 feet tall and equally as wide; making it a medium-sized focal piece for any
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) — 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) — While these berries are attractive; shrub / tree for full
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — crimson berries in the summer; as it can become leggy over time
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — It performs best in USDA zones 3 to 7 and can tolerate a range of urban conditions; known for its remarkable leaf
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — as it can become leggy over time; it performs best in USDA zones 3 to 7 and can tolerate a range of urban conditions
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — It's important to note this shrub may suffer from short life span; shrub / tree with white blooms
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — typically around 10 to 15 years; is a stunning deciduous shrub that provides year-round interest in the landscape
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — so preventive care is key; white flowers in the garden
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry (Prunus X Cistena) — due to susceptibility to pests and diseases; while these berries are attractive

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