Prunus cistena

Purple Leaf Sand Cherry

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Vigorous deciduous shrub with striking dark purple foliage retaining color best in full sun, featuring delicate white blossoms in spring and burgundy autumn tones.
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Plant Details

Common Name Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
Family Rosaceae
Genus Prunus
Species Virginiana
Variety Cistena
Origin North America (Cultivar)
Blooming Late spring, early summer
Leaf Color Deep purple to burgundy
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy soil, tolerates various pH levels but prefers neutral to slightly acidic

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment, moderate drought tolerance once mature, avoid waterlogging

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for deep purple coloration; tolerates partial shade with lighter foliage

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins

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Pruning

Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood in late winter

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Leafhopper Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Apr
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Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-13° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 100000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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