Description
Common Name: Purpleleaf Sand Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus cistena
Deciduous shrub with striking deep purple foliage and delicate white to pink spring flowers. Compact and rounded form, offering vibrant color and seasonal interest.
Blooms: Spring
Zone 2–8 | Full sun
Height: 6’–10’
Spread: 5’–8’
Perennial, deciduous, low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established. Adds rich purple color to landscapes and pairs well with lighter foliage plants.
Ideal for hedges, borders, and accent plantings.
