Prunus pumila - Shrub,Web page Navigation - Eastern Sand Cherry, Sandcherry Page

Prunus pumila, also known as Sand Cherry or Eastern Sand Cherry, puts on a stunning display of white flowers with delicate yellow-tipped stamens that bloom from May to June, which transform into shiny, edible dark purple fruits attracting wildlife. It's a sturdy, short yet sprawling shrub that thrives in dry, sunny locations, spreading through its extensive root system. Sand Cherry showcases its glossy dark green foliage that gradually turns into a breathtaking purple-red hue in the autumn. Ideally suited for rock gardens, woodland edges, or as a shrubby ground cover, this deciduous beauty not only builds dense colonies offering prime habitat and cover in open meadows, but also lends excellent stabilization features on slopes. Despite its height between 2-6 feet, it never outgrows perennial prairie species, making it a perfect choice for maintaining balance in your flora communities. Sand Cherry is a dry, sandy, or rocky soil lover but adapts well in good drainage soils too. Its red waxy branches stretch gracefully along the ground on windy sites and its multi-stemmed trunk is adorned with a charming grayish-brown bark. Perfect for lovers of new blooms, wildlife, vibrant colors, and strength.