Description:
Prunus pumila var. besseyi, also known as the Sand Cherry, is a cold-hardy, native American shrub that produces attractive white flowers in May and sweet, purplish-black fruit. It features silvery gray-green foliage that turns fiery red-purple in the fall. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and poor, rocky soil, making it a versatile choice for challenging landscapes.
Sources:
- [1] Western Sand Cherry Bush: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
- [2] Great Lakes Sand Cherry: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
- [3] Western Sand Cherry Bush: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
- [4] Western Sand Cherry Bush: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
- [5] Great Lakes Sand Cherry: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
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Last Updated November 5, 2025
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Hills Nursery | Western Sand Cherry Bush |
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$104.99 |
| Nature Hills Nursery | Great Lakes Sand Cherry ( #3 Container 1-2 Feet) |
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$91.97 |
| Nature Hills Nursery | Audubon® Native Great Lakes Sand Cherry ( #3 Container 1-2 Feet) |
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$89.99 |
| Nature Hills Nursery | Western Sand Cherry Bush ( #1 Container) |
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$59.50 |
| Nature Hills Nursery | Western Sand Cherry Bush ( #3 Container) |
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$104.85 |
| Nature Hills Nursery | Western Sand Cherry Bush ( #3 Container) |
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$104.99 |