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Prunus besseyi 'Pawnee Buttes'

Older photo -- will try to replace. Nice white flowers in spring. Has a low growing habit and is a good xeric addition. Have had several since initial planting in 2007 and all have survived!

 

Cherry, Sand: Pawnee Buttes

Prunus besseyi 'Pawnee Buttes'

Type: shrub   Zone: 3 - 8

Elevation (if known): above 7000'

Color: insignificant   Height: 12 - 15 in

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Sun: yes   Part Shade: no   Shade: no

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Native to: NE Colorado   CO/NM native? no

Deer Resistant: no   Rabbit Resistant : no

Soil : average or sandy

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Comments/warnings: Can be used in hot areas, is cold tolerant, sour fruit used in pies and jellies