Prunus pumila var. depressa, ‘Gus Mehlquist’ sprawling sand cherry Genus_Toona This variety establishes quickly and

This variety establishes quickly and is a very vigorous grower and prolific bloomer

who in turn got his plant from Canadian tree peony collector Ken Clare in the early 2000s

Height and Spread at Maturity: 20' tall and 15' wide at maturity

We protect young trees with a circle  of wire mesh to keep the deer away

In the late summer

Prunus pumila var. depressa, ‘Gus Mehlquist’ sprawling sand cherry Genus_Toona This variety establishes quickly andVariety description (provided by the Arnold Arboretum): Gus Mehlquist sprawling sand cherry is a rapid spreader, growing 3 feet per year once established. It is entirely prostrate, forming a dense mat as it roots along its stems. It stands only 6 12 inches above the ground, compared to the 9 foot tall height that a typical sand cherry shrub can attain. With ornamental foliage, flowers, fruit, and form, it is a standout during all four seasons. Flowers