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This ornamental shrub is especially valued for its hardiness and unique coloring. It is an asset to the landscape and a standout specimen shrub. |
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| Botanical Name: | Prunus cistena |
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| Exposure: | Sun to Part Shade |
| Hardiness Zone: | 4 - 8 |
| Bloom Time: | May |
| Height: | 7 - 10' |
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Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus cistena
The Purple Leaf Sandcherry is a thick-growing, long-lived shrub. It produces bright red 3 inch leaves in spring and blushing, white flowers in May. In autumn it produces purple-black cherries and the foliage turns a magnificent reddish purple.