DARKSTAR PURPLE LEAF SAND CHERRY 2gal

You've chosen a truly captivating shrub that will add a dramatic touch of rich, dark color to your Prescott landscape. If you're looking for a striking focal point with beautiful foliage and lovely spring blossoms, this is an excellent selection!

Imagine the deep, almost black-purple leaves unfurling in the spring and holding their intense color throughout the entire growing season. This dark, dramatic foliage provides a wonderful contrast to lighter green plants in your garden and adds a sophisticated touch. In addition to its stunning leaves, the Darkstar Sand Cherry graces you with delicate, single pink flowers in the early spring, creating a beautiful floral display before the leaves fully emerge. These blossoms are often followed by small, dark red to purple fruit that birds enjoy, adding another element of wildlife appeal.   

The Darkstar Purple Leaf Sand Cherry typically grows into a vase-shaped shrub, reaching a height and spread of about 8 to 10 feet at maturity. This makes it a great choice for a specimen plant, a striking addition to shrub borders, or even as a small, ornamental tree. It thrives in full sun here in Prescott, which will ensure the most intense purple foliage color. While it can tolerate some light afternoon shade, too much shade may result in less vibrant color. It's also known to be relatively deer resistant.

For the best performance from your Darkstar Sand Cherry, plant it in well-draining soil. As we always recommend for healthy plant growth, applying a Watters Premium Mulch around the base will help retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. To encourage vigorous growth and abundant spring blossoms, feed your shrub in the early spring with 7-4-4 All-Purpose Plant Food. This stunning, dark-leaved beauty will be a standout in your Arizona garden! #DarkstarCherry #PurpleLeafShrub #SpringBlooms #DeerResistantPlants #DramaticFoliage