Prunus x cistena (Purpleleaf Sandcherry)
Color Name: Cistena
A very tolerant plant with intense purple-red foliage that shows stunningly throughout the summer. Small, single pink flowers line the branches before the foliage flushes in late April. Good plant for hedging, borders, or as an accent, it thrives in poor sandy soils.
* Purple-red foliage throughout summer
* Small, single pink flowers late April
* Great for hedging, borders, or as an accent
* Thrives in poor, sandy soils
Growing Tips: Tolerates part shade, but best flower production and leaf color are obtained in full sun. Ensure that the location provides well-draining soil to prevent root rot.
Soil preparation: Prunus cistena is adaptable to various soil types but prefers organically rich, well-draining, loamy soil.
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms.
A very tolerant plant with intense purple-red foliage that shows stunningly throughout the summer. Small, single pink flowers line the branches before the foliage flushes in late April. Good plant for hedging, borders, or as an accent, it thrives in poor sandy soils.
* Purple-red foliage throughout summer
* Small, single pink flowers late April
* Great for hedging, borders, or as an accent
* Thrives in poor, sandy soils
Growing Tips: Tolerates part shade, but best flower production and leaf color are obtained in full sun. Ensure that the location provides well-draining soil to prevent root rot.
Soil preparation: Prunus cistena is adaptable to various soil types but prefers organically rich, well-draining, loamy soil.
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms.
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Flower Color: Pink/Purple Shades Foliage Color: Purple Shades
Height: 6 to 10 Feet Spread: 5 to 8 Feet Hardy in Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7 |
Blooms: Early Spring
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes |
Colorful Foliage Easy to Grow Fall Interest Landscapes Mass Planting Specimen Plant
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