Scientific Name
Prunus x cistena

Common Name
Purple-leaf sand cherry
Hardiness Zones: 2-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; moist well drained soil
Texture: Medium
Form: Rounded
Height: 7 to 14’
Width: 7 to 10’
Leaf: Alternate, simple leaves; intense reddish purple foliage all summer
Flower/Fruit: Single, pinkish fragrant flowers after leaves have emerged; small blackish fruit
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