Purple Leaf Sand Cherry - Stay Classy
Prunus 'UCONNPCSDR' – PP361
PL# 395Size: Quart
Quantity
25 available for pre-order
How this pre-order works
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Feb 1, 2027 – Apr 30, 2027
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Shipping & returns
Shipping. Free US shipping on orders of $99 or more; otherwise a flat rate by weight, from $10. In-stock plants leave us within 3–5 business days. Delivery & shipping
Returns. 30-day plant guarantee: if a plant arrives damaged or fails within 30 days of delivery, we replace it once or refund it. Report damage in transit within 48 hours, with photos. Not covered: neglect, frost damage, animals, and being left in the shipping box or the shipping planter. Returns & refunds
About This Plant
Finally, a better purple leaf sand cherry! The first cross for this landscape staple was made in South Dakota back in 1910, but not much has happened to improve it since then. We're delighted to change that with Stay Classy purple leaf sand cherry ( Prunus × cistena ) from Dr. Mark Brand at the University of Connecticut. Its foliage is very dark, but there's plenty of space within its branches and leaves to avoid the dreaded "black hole" look. It's also about half the size of conventional types, reaching a super-useful 3-4' tall and 4' wide. It bears pretty white flowers in spring, but this is really more of a foliage workhorse, equally suited to beautifying home and residential landscapes. Very fast to finish, too!
Plant Details
Plant growth info & colors are estimates gathered from garden trials around the world. Your garden’s sun, soil, nutrition, heat, weather, etc. may give different results. We try our best to store the most accurate info. If you have any corrections, please don’t hesitate to reach out to help us improve our data for gardeners around the world.
Our Tips & Recommendations
Watering
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, adjust watering based on your local conditions.
Soil & Planting
Plant in well-drained soil amended with compost. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery container.
Great Companions
Group plants with similar sun and water needs together for a thriving garden. Check the Plant Details above for this variety’s specific requirements.
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