Sand Cherry, 2 gal, Purple Leaf

This ornamental shrub has dainty pink, fragrant blooms blanket this large shrub first thing in the spring. Followed by rich purple-red foliage. Excellent contrast shrub. Hardy, low maintenance, landscape accent plant. Great for the border or in mass plantings.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 1.5 - 2.5m (5 - 8ft.)
Mature Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Attracts Birds

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Pink
Flowering Time: May
Foliage Colour: Rich purple-red
Fruit: Purple-black berries

Care

General Maintenance: For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Easy to grow in a wide range of soil types.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.