Sandcherry, Western 6"

Western Sand Cherry | Prunus besseyi

Plant description

White, single flowers in May produce great quantities of 3/4" purple-black sweet fruits from July to mid-August, used for preserves. Prefers well-drained sites but will tolerate hot, dry soil. Xeriscape plant. Very hardy.

• Height: 5-6'
• Spread: 5-6'
• Shape: Rounded
• Exposure: Full Sun
• Foliage: Silver-green
• Fall Foliage: Purple
• Zone: 3-6