Native Plant Species Finder Tool

Part of EcoRestore Utah

Western Sandcherry
Prunus Besseyi

Plant type: Shrub
Growing Season: No information found
Life Cycle: Perennial
Cover: No information found

Soil & Plant Characteristics

Acceptable Soil Types: Sand, Gravel
Acceptable Soil Conditions: Acidic
Max Plant Height (in ft): 9
First Bloom: April
Last Bloom: June
Flower Color: White

Location

Minimum Elevation (in ft): 3000
Maximum Elevation (in ft): 7000
Counties: Utah, Wasatch

Reproduction and Growth

Growth Rate: Moderate
Germination Overall: High
Germination Rate: No information found
Germination Requirements: Cold stratification
Reproduction: No information found
Establishment: No information found

Ecological

Best Suited For These Conditions: Disturbance
Best Suited For These Management Goals: Energy reclamation, Wildlife habitat, Pollinator habitat, Big Game habitat, Songbird habitat, Upland Game habitat, Livestock tolerant, Erosion control, Bumblebee habitat