Cherry, Western SandPrunus besseyi
A hardy, drought-tolerant shrub with a bounty of white 1/2" flowers in April and May. Dark purple-black fruits follow the flowers providing food for many songbirds. Leaves are a pleasing gray-green and are excellent cover for wildlife habitat. Adapts to a broad range of soils and likes full sun. Grows 4'-6' high with equal spread. Two or more seedlings are needed for cross pollination.
Zones 3 - 6
The Western Sand Cherry can be expected to grow in the zones shown in color in the arborday.org zone map. (see map below)
Flowering Tree
The Western Sand Cherry falls into the following type(s): Flowering Trees, Shrubs
4' - 6' High
The Western Sand Cherry grows to be 4' - 6' feet in height.
4' - 6' Spread
The Western Sand Cherry has a spread of about 4' - 6' at full maturity.
Slow Growth
This tree grows at a slow growth rate. [More about this.]
Full Sun
This cherry does well in full sun.
Various Soils
The Western Sand Cherry grows in acidic, drought tolerant, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, silty loam, well drained soils.
Irregular Shape
This cherry has irregular, rounded shape.
More Info
The Western Sand Cherry can be expected to grow in the zones shown on this map.
Description:
A hardy, drought-tolerant shrub with a bounty of white 1/2" flowers in April and May. Dark purple-black astringent fruits follow the flowers providing food for many songbirds. Leaves are a pleasing gray-green and are excellent cover for wildlife habitat. Adapts to a broad range of soils and likes full sun. Grows 4'-6' high with equal spread. Needs to be cross-pollinated, so plant in pairs.