Pawnee Buttes Sand Cherry is a good fit for Cache Valley, UT homeowners who want spring flowers and foliage color for contrast in mixed beds and a plant that feels easy to use. The orange-red fall color is a nice bonus after the main growing season. It performs best in full sun. Once established, it can handle drier stretches with less fuss.
Prunus besseyi Pawnee Buttes (Pawnee Buttes Sand Cherry)
Mature Height: 1.5-2 feet
Mature Width: 4-6 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate, growing 12-18 inches annually.
Hardiness Zone: 3-7
Light Needs: Full sun.
Water Needs: Low watering. Drought tolerant once established.
Flower Color: White flowers
Bloom Time: Spring
Fall Color: Orange-red



