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Introducing the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry, a stunning ornamental shrub known for its rich purple foliage and delicate pink blossoms. Also referred to as Prunus x cistena, this shrub brings vibrant color to your landscape year-round. Whether you’re looking to create a colorful hedge, accent your garden, or add a focal point, the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry is the perfect choice. This fast-growing shrub is both beautiful and versatile, making it an essential addition to any yard.
Why Choose the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry?
- Striking Purple Foliage: The Purple Leaf Sand Cherry features vibrant, deep purple leaves that retain their color throughout the growing season, providing a striking contrast against green landscapes.
- Delicate Pink Blossoms: In spring, the shrub is adorned with small pink flowers, adding beauty and charm to any garden.
- Versatile and Fast-Growing: This shrub can be used as a hedge, border plant, or stand-alone focal point in the garden. It grows quickly, making it an excellent option for homeowners looking to fill space or add color to their landscape.
- Low Maintenance: The Prunus Purple Leaf Sand Cherry is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that thrives in a variety of soil conditions. Pair it with other fast-growing plants like the Dwarf Burning Bush or Red Twig Dogwood for a diverse, colorful garden.
Other Names for the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
- Prunus x cistena
- Sand Cherry Shrub
- Purple Leaf Cherry Tree
- Prunus Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
- Sandcherry Bush
- Purple Leaf Plants
Including these alternative names ensures you find the right plant for your garden and helps your search remain relevant.
Practical Considerations
The Purple Leaf Sand Cherry thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an easy-care shrub for many environments. It’s resistant to drought and cold, which makes it perfect for various climates. Learn more about why this plant is perfect for your landscape by reading our blog on The Perfect Plant: Why the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry Belongs in Your Landscape.
Specifications:
- Name: Purple Leaf Sand Cherry (Prunus x cistena)
- Grow Zone: 3 to 8
- Growth Speed: Fast
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Average Full-Grown Height: 6 to 10 feet
- Average Full-Grown Width: 5 to 8 feet
- Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
- Bloom Time: Spring (with pink flowers)
Estimated Size
The Purple Leaf Sand Cherry you receive will vary in size depending on the pot and root system. With proper care, this shrub will quickly grow and establish itself, adding vibrant color to your landscape. To learn more about adding shrubs to your landscape, check out our blog on Shrubs and Bushes for Easy and Beautiful Landscaping.
Explore More About Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
For more information on how to care for your Purple Leaf Sand Cherry or to explore other fast-growing shrubs, visit our FAQ page.
Order your Purple Leaf Sand Cherry today and transform your landscape with its vibrant color and beauty!
Shipping
Shipping
All of our trees ship Bareroot which means they will ship with no soil and no pot. This allows the plants to have a safer trip through the mail as well as to cut down on shipping costs majorly. The roots will be carefully removed from the pot they are growing in, and then wrapped in moist material with the roots sealed up to keep them moist during transit.
Shipping Restrictions
Shipping Restrictions
To follow your state regulations, we can not ship this plant to California, AZ, AK, HI
Deliveries to WA, UT, ID, NV, MT, ND, and SD MUST be shipped Bareroot.
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Will My Plant Have Leaves?
Will My Plant Have Leaves?
The arrival of your plant may vary depending on the season you order. In zone 6, plants have leaves during the growing season but not in late fall, winter, or early spring when they are dormant.
Bareroot Vs Potted Plants
Bareroot Vs Potted Plants
Our method involves combining potted and bareroot plants. They are initially grown in pots before being carefully shipped without the pot or heavy dirt, as per shipping regulations. The plant is then sent to you bareroot.
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What Is A Dormant Tree?
What Is A Dormant Tree?
A dormant tree is a deciduous plant that appears asleep and does not have leaves upon arrival. Proper planting and care are necessary until it awakens in the growing season.
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What Is A Grow Zone?
What Is A Grow Zone?
A grow zone is the precise USDA zone where you reside. Certain plants are not adaptable to colder zones, while others struggle in warmer zones. Familiarizing yourself with your zone and the plant's compatibility is vital. Click Here to learn more about grow zones.
What If I Have Other Questions?
What If I Have Other Questions?
We have a great FAQ page that answers many more questions and in great detail to help you have success with your new plants! See Our Frequently Asked Questions Here.
