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Prunus x cistena

Genus: Prunus - Family: Roseaceae

Phonetic Spelling: PROO-nus sis-tay-na

Common Names:

  • Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
  • Purple-leaf Sand Cherry

Tags

full sun tolerant
white flowers
deciduous
specimen
foundation planting
bird friendly
showy leaves
problem for cats
problem for dogs
problem for horses
red leaves
spring flowers
frequent insect problems
frequent disease problems

Quick Facts

  • Height: 7 ft. 0 in. - 10 ft. 0 in.
  • Width: 5 ft. 0 in. - 8 ft. 0 in.
  • USDA Zones:
    • 7a
    • 7b
    • 8a
    • 8b
    • 6a
    • 6b
    • 4a
    • 4b
    • 5a
    • 5b
    • 3a
    • 3b
    • 2a
    • 2b
  • NC Region:Not specified
  • Origin:Not specified

  • Life Cycle:
    • Woody
  • Plant Types:
    • Shrub
    • Tree
  • Habit:Not specified

Distribution

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Uses

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