Cherry, Cistena

Prunus x cistena

Priced by size: $25.99 – $32.99

Size (HxW): 4-6’ x 4-6’

Growth Habit: Upright

Planting Location: Cozy

Zone 3b

Vibrant, burgundy foliage turns a bright red in fall

Deep purple branches have a smooth bark, adding winter interest

Excellent contrast shrub

Benefits from winter snow coverage; exposed branches will die back in winter

Fast growth rate (12-24”/yr)

Occasionally produces pink flowers in mid May, resulting in dark purple fruit similar to chokecherries

A crossbreed of Native Sandcherry & Thundercloud Plum

Native to the prairie

Plant Care:

● Trim down in spring to remove winter dieback; can trim down to 2’ tall if desired ● Drought tolerant once established; does not tolerate soggy soil ● Tolerates heavy clay & sandy soils

Description

Size (HxW): 4-6’ x 4-6’

Growth Habit: Upright

Planting Location: Cozy

Zone 3b

Vibrant, burgundy foliage turns a bright red in fall
Deep purple branches have a smooth bark, adding winter interest
Excellent contrast shrub
Benefits from winter snow coverage; exposed branches will die back in winter
Fast growth rate (12-24”/yr)
Occasionally produces pink flowers in mid May, resulting in dark purple fruit similar to chokecherries
A crossbreed of Native Sandcherry & Thundercloud Plum
Native to the prairie