Prunus pumilaIndiana Native
Sand Cherry

 Family:
 Genus:
 Plant Type:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flower Notes:
White (Axillary clusters of 5-petaled white flowers; April-June)
 Foliage Notes:
Green (Summer foliage; fall color variable)
 Stem Notes:
smooth and shining
 Fruit Notes:
Black (0.5" dia., round, glossy purplish-black fruits; attract birds and can be used in jams and jellies)
 Ultimate Height:
1 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
1 feet
 Bloom Times:
 Light Requirements:
 Soil Water Requirements:
 Soil Notes:
Requires well-drained soil; grows well in sandy soils
 Range:
Northern and eastern United States and eastern Canada
 Maintenance:
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves (1-2.5" long) are alternate, simple, oblanceolate to elliptical, with serrations at least above the middle of the blade and a wedge-shaped base.
 Ecological Functions:
  Special Characteristics:
  • Bank Cover 47
  • Mass Plantings 268
  • Drought Tolerant 275
  • Pest and/or Disease Resistant 96
  • Salt Tolerant 60
  • Tolerant of Poor Site Conditions 186
  • Food/Edible 80
  • Indiana Native 152

    • Additional Information

    Prunus pumila is a creeping, low-growing small shrub naturally found in sandy locations, such as dunes, where it acts an important stabilizer. The cherry fruits are too bitter to eat fresh, but can be used in jams and jellies.

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