Sand Cherry
Prunus pumila
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A low-growing, spreading shrub native to sandy soils that produces small white flowers in spring followed by dark red to black edible cherries. Highly cold-hardy and drought-tolerant, it is excellent for stabilizing sandy areas and providing wildlife food.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
North America (Great Lakes and northern Great Plains)
Native to: Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Montana
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A low-growing, spreading shrub native to sandy soils that produces small white flowers in spring followed by dark red to black edible cherries. Highly cold-hardy and drought-tolerant, it is excellent for stabilizing sandy areas and providing wildlife food.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Sand Cherry grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
North America (Great Lakes and northern Great Plains)
Native to: Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Montana
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation