How Big Does a Sand Cherry Bush Get

Botanical NamePrunus x cistenaCommon NamePurpleleaf sand cherry, plum leaf sand cherryPlant TypeDeciduous shrubMature Size6–10 ft. tall, 5–8 ft. wideSun ExposureFull sun

How do you take care of a sand cherry bush?

Sand cherry is sensitive to being transplanted in the autumn, so extra care should be taken in amending the soil, fertilizing, mulching heavily, and watering thoroughly. Ideally, you should plant the purple leaf sand cherry in full to partial sun exposure in moist, well-draining soil.

When should you prune sand cherry shrubs?

Pruning is best done in late winter to early spring for most shrubs. With spring blooming shrubs, prune after the blooms are spent. Remove up to 1/3rd of the overall shrub, keeping older branches to build up a sturdy, permanent and picturesque framework.