Western sand cherry is a plant that belongs to the rose family. It is a deciduous shrub that is native to North America. The plant has a life span of about 10 years. The western sand cherry is a popular plant in the landscape industry because of its showy flowers and tasty fruits. The plant is also used for making jams and jellies.
Related plant:
Western Azalea
Related plant:
Western Redbud
About soil condition, western sand cherry grow in a wide variety of soils but prefer deep, well-drained, sandy loams. They are tolerant of both alkaline and acidic conditions. This shrub will not tolerate wet or poorly drained soils.
So, like the other cherry trees, the western sand cherry requires full sun in order to produce fruit. This means that it should be planted in an area that gets at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. The tree will also need to be watered regularly, especially during the hot summer months.
The temperature condition that is best for western sand cherry is warm weather. The plant grows best in temperatures between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Western sand cherry can also tolerate some cold weather, but it will not grow as well in cooler temperatures. If the temperature gets too cold, the plant may lose its leaves or stop growing altogether.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50%. Any higher and the leaves will start to droop, indicating that the plant is thirsty. The leaves will also start to turn yellow if the humidity gets too low.
Discussing fertilizer, usually the plant food that is applied to the soil to provide essential nutrients to plants, is important when considering the care of any plant, including the Western sand cherry. This cherry is categorized as a deciduous shrub, and is a part of the rose family. It is a North American native, and is known by a few other names such as chokecherry, sand cherry, and wild red cherry. The shrub grows to about six to ten feet, has reddish-black fruit, and small white flowers. The Western sand cherry prefers full sun, and grows best in sandy, well-drained soils. It is moderately drought tolerant once established.
Pruning western sand cherry plants is essential to keeping them healthy and looking their best. It is recommended to prune these plants in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. When pruning, be sure to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. It is also important to thin out the plant to allow sunlight and air to reach the inner branches.
Propagation of the western sand cherry is quite easy and can be done through stem cuttings. The best time to take cuttings is in late summer or early fall. Cuttings should be taken from new growth that is about 6-8 inches long. Cuttings should be placed in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until roots have developed. Once roots have developed, the plant can be transplanted to its permanent location.
Usually, the plant growth rate is rapid in the first few years after planting. Once they are fully established, the growth rate slows down considerably. Full sun and well-drained soil are necessary for optimal growth. These shrubs are drought tolerant and will do well in most soil types as long as they are not waterlogged.
Common problems for this kind of plant are leaf spot and powdery mildew. Leaf spot is a fungal disease that can cause the leaves to turn yellow, brown, or black. Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that can cause the leaves to become covered in a white powder.
Source:
Cherry | Western Washington Tree Fruit & Alternative Fruits ...
Fruit Pests: Cherry | USU - Utah State University
Sweet Cherry Programs | WSU Production Guide - Washington
