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Purpleleaf Sand Cherry
Showy white flowers bloom in spring before purplish-red foliage opens and mature into edible, dark purple fruit. Makes a striking accent or specimen. Foliage contrasts with yellow- or silver-leaved foliage.
Companion Plants
Butterfly Bush
Potentilla
Yew
Plant Details
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Common name
Purpleleaf Sand Cherry
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Botanical name
Prunus x cistena
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Variety
na
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Zone
USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
8' (2.4 m)
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Habit
Rounded
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Feed
In spring
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Water
1-2 times per week
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Bloom Color
Purple
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Bloom Time
Spring
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Maintenance
Apply mulch