Purpleleaf Sandcherry Mature Height : 6-8 feet Mature Spread : 7-8 feet Mature Form : Rounded Growth Rate : Medium Sun Exposure : Full Sun Soil Moisture : Widely adaptable Soil Type : Widely adaptable Flower Color : Pink and white Foliage Color : Purple Fall Color : Red Zones : 4 - 7 About the Purpleleaf Sandcherry : The Purple Leaf Sandcherry, Prunus cistena, is a thick-growing, long-lived tree that is sometimes called the Purple Leaf Sand Cherry. It produces bright red 3 inch leaves in spring and blushing, white flowers in May. In autumn it produces purple-black cherries and the foliage turns a magnificent reddish purple. This ornamental tree is especially valued for its hardiness and unique coloring. It is an asset to the landscape and a standout specimen tree. This deciduous plant makes a wonderful hedge as well. Grows 7-8 feet tall, best planted in full sun.