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Western Sand Cherry (Prunus pumila var. besseyi) | Hortus

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Western Sand Cherry

Prunus pumila var. besseyi

Feeds the food chain

A larval host plant. The caterpillars it raises are the primary food source for baby songbirds.

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Western Sand Cherry

About Western Sand Cherry

Expect white flowers from April through May. Does best in full sun with dry soil.

Growing Western Sand Cherry

Bloom: April–May
Flowers: White
Light: Full sun
Soil: Dry
Mature size: 30–120 cm

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