Spring Only Species! Please do not select a fall ship/pick up date with this species or it will be removed from your order.

Western Sand Cherry is a fast-growing shrub that is native to the Midwest and Colorado. It is widely used as an ornamental plant due to its grey-green color and beautiful white spring flowers. An edible dark-purple cherry is produced that is utilized as forage by a variety of wildlife. Fall foliage is burgundy-red. As a suckering species it performs well as a barrier or hedge planting. This is a hardy species that prefers thin, dry and sandy soils, though it does adapt to a variety of planting sites. 

Non-Native Shrub

Max Height: 6’

Max Width: 6’

Drought Hardy: Yes

Growth Rate: Fast

Wildlife Benefits: Birds & small mammals

Uses: Fruit, barrier planting, erosion control

Plug Sizes Available: 20 cui

Zones: 3-8

IMPORTANT: SEEDLINGS MUST BE ORDERED IN MULTIPLES OF 5

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Seedlings can be purchased in the following quantities: 5, 10, 15, 20, etc. If you would like 5 seedlings, please write 5 in the quantity box.