FLATIRON™ Sand Cherry
Prunus pumila var. besseyi 'Boulder Weeping'
FLATIRON™ sand cherry is a ground-hugging native shrub reaching about one foot tall and six to eight feet wide. Horticulturist Scott Skogerboe selected it from the wild for its low stature and brilliant red fall color. FLATIRON™ makes a wonderful groundcover. It tolerates inhospitable conditions, including heat and low water.
Its glossy green leaves are topped with white flowers that are of special value to native bees in the spring. During summer, it can happily produce fruit for birds. In the fall, it turns a gorgeous red color.
Its glossy green leaves are topped with white flowers that are of special value to native bees in the spring. During summer, it can happily produce fruit for birds. In the fall, it turns a gorgeous red color.
| Plant Type | Deciduous shrub |
| Height | 12 inches |
| Width | 6-8 feet |
| Flowering Season | April-May |
| Flower Color | White |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Moderate, dry, xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 3-8 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy, Gravelly |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Native Origins | CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, OH, OR, SD, UT, WI, WY |
| Year Introduced | 2026 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | After it's mature, select a few larger branches and prune them off to about 6" above ground. Let the plant rejuvenate. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | In the spring, trim all height back to less than 8-12" and allow it to rejuvenate. (If you do annual maintenance, this care likely won't be needed.) |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 8000 feet |
