Sandcherry 'Purpleleaf'

Common Name: Purpleleaf Sandcherry

Scientific Name: Prunus x cistena

Zone: 3-8

Blossom Colour: Light pink to white

Flowering Type: Small, single blooms in early spring

Summer Colour: Deep reddish-purple foliage

Fall Colour: Reddish-purple foliage fades to bronze

Mature Height (ft): 6-10

Mature Spread (ft): 5-8

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Tree Type: Deciduous shrub

Watering: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil and tolerates occasional drought once established

Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage