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Purple Leaf  Sand Cherry
Prunus Cistena

This thick-growing, long-lived shrub is called the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry. Sometimes called Purple leaf Plum although the actual purple leaf plum is a tree.  However, this can also be trained as a small tree if desired.

Produces bright red 3 inch leaves in spring and blushing, white flowers in May. In autumn it produces purple-black edible cherries and the foliage turns a magnificent reddish purple.

This ornamental shrub is especially valued for its hardiness and unique coloring. It is an asset to the landscape and a standout specimen shrub. Makes a wonderful hedge as well! 

Early Spring foliage & blooms

Grows 2-8 feet tall. depending on pruning.

Plant 2-3 feet apart for a hedge.

Best in full sun.

Zones 4-8

Culture

                                      One gallon pots in the nursery                           

CANNOT SHIP TO CA

Container grown in gallon pots; shipped bare to semi-bare root, depending on season.  18-24" branched

Purple Leaf Sand Cherry; 1 gallon size

Purple Leaf Sand Cherry; 2 gallon size, 24-36" 

3 gallon 36-48" multi branched, pruned   

5 gallon 36-48" 78758 extra full, sheared.  $24.95    SOLD OUT
 

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