Plant Care Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Also known as

Purple Leaf Sand Cherry, Purple Leaf Sand Cherry, Red leaf Sand cherry and Cistena Plum

Taxonomy

Prunus x cistena
Prunus
Rosaceae
Rosales

How to care for Red Leaf Sand Cherry

💦 Water

How often to water your Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Water needs for Red Leaf Sand Cherry
0.5 cups
every 9

Red Leaf Sand Cherry needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Purple Leaf Sand Cherry in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Red Leaf Sand Cherry: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Red Leaf Sand Cherry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Red Leaf Sand Cherry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Red Leaf Sand Cherry in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Red Leaf Sand Cherry: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Red Leaf Sand Cherry after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Red Leaf Sand Cherry prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Red Leaf Sand Cherry requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Red Leaf Sand Cherry is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Red Leaf Sand Cherry is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

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🪴 Soil

Red Leaf Sand Cherry is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

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💩 Fertilizer

Red Leaf Sand Cherry grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Red Leaf Sand Cherry, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Red Leaf Sand Cherry

Red Leaf Sand Cherry


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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