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Sep 21, Hardy but short-lived shrubs that produce cherry-like “drupes” in fall, the purple-leaf sand cherry (Prunus x cistena) will generally require very little pruning, but it does require regular pruning to keep its shape.
Apr 16, Purple leaf sand cherry pruning isn’t complicated. Prune the oldest stems first, removing at least one-third of growth down to within a few inches (8 cm.) from the base. Additionally, cut damaged or dead growth at the base of the bushpruning.clubted Reading Time: 3 mins. Dec 04, The ideal time to cut an over grown sandcherry, or any other shrub for that matter, is when it is dormant. Late fall, early spring. Right now I’d say you can prune it some, but probably not as hard as it needs.
Prune some now, then heavy at bushpruning.clubted Reading Time: 6 mins. Purpleleaf sand cherry plants are typically short-lived, falling prey to pests and diseases after about 10 to 15 years, but regular pruning can help maintain an attractive and dense form.
1 Dip. May 20, Purple sandcherry rooted cuttings are usually hot sellers because people can get a live, viable plant for around one dollar or two and because Purple Sandcherry is a fast growing plant they fill out a one gallon container quickly and can be sold for a lot more money just a few months after being potted up. bushpruning.clubted Reading Time: 4 mins.