Purple Leaf Sand Cherry
Best vibrant foliage for adding consistent garden color.
The Purple Leaf Sand Cherry is a striking ornamental shrub celebrated for its rich, reddish-purple foliage that provides season-long color contrast in the landscape. Emerging in vibrant shades of red, maroon, and purple, its leaves create a bold visual statement from spring through fall. In spring, it offers a secondary display of fragrant white flowers with soft pink tints, adding a delicate charm against the dark foliage and attracting pollinators. This versatile shrub grows in an upright, densely branched habit, making it suitable as a specimen, in mixed borders, or for mass plantings. It produces small, dark fruits that are enjoyed by birds. While it prefers consistent moisture and well-drained soil, it offers multi-season value with its foliage, flowers, and fruit, making it a rewarding addition to home gardens.
$78.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2302
/ 2688
#2302 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+100%
Above average
Hardiness Zone
39
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Who it's for
- Gardeners desiring consistent, dramatic color in their landscape.
- Nature enthusiasts eager to support local bird populations.
- New gardeners or those seeking low-effort, reliable plants.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners who prioritize highly disease-resistant plant varieties.
- Homeowners planning for very long-term landscape elements.
- Individuals preferring truly hands-off, minimal-maintenance shrubs.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
3-9
Mature Height
6 to 8 feet
Mature Width
4 to 6 feet
Sunlight
Full Sun to part sun
Bloom Time / Color
Spring to early summer; fragrant white flowers with pink tints
Soil Condition
Any well-drained soil; prefers moist, sandy, well-drained soil
Water Requirements
Water well until established; appreciates extra water in drought or extreme heat
Wildlife Value
Provides nectar for pollinators and fruit for birds
Features
- Rich purple foliage provides season-long color contrast
- Fragrant white spring flowers add delicate charm
- Attracts pollinators with nectar and provides fruit for birds
- Upright, densely branched habit for versatile landscape use
- Suitable for specimen, border, or mass planting
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this plant for its exceptional quality and striking aesthetic design. Many reviewers highlight the plant's healthy condition upon arrival, noting its robust nature and successful establishment in various garden settings. The vibrant purple foliage is a significant draw, frequently admired for adding a beautiful splash of color and visual interest to landscapes. Its ability to thrive and maintain its distinctive appearance makes it a favored choice for those seeking reliable garden beauty. This plant generally exceeds expectations for its visual impact and hardiness.
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