Sand Cherry Prunus pumila

Other common names: Dwarf Cherry French names: Cerisier de Bessey Family: Rose Family (Rosaceae) Group: Cherries Distinctive features: Sub-Shrub Flowers: Spring, Summer;  White;  5 parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate, Simple Height: 2 m (6 ft) Habitat: Fields and Open Areas Books: Shrubs of Ontario: 209    Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 312    Native/Non-native: Native Notes: A prostrate low sub-shrub. There are several varieties, difficult to tell apart. Origin and Meaning of Names:  Scientific Name: pumila: dwarf Photographs: 187 photographs available, of which 1 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS. Range Map is at the bottom of the page

Trees and Shrubs ● Cherries