Prunus susquehanae
Small to medium shrub found on rocky summits & bluffs in our region, and "rarely occurs in open fields with thin seasonally saturated and seasonally dry soils" [NYFA]. (Occurs in sandy soils and beaches where they exist!) syn: Prunus pumila var. susquehanae
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May 2016
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
Appalachian cherry
sand cherry
sand cherry
Type:
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture:
Dry
Light:
Sun
Soil:
Sandy
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
Showy fruit
Showy fruit