Sandcherry, DarkStar Purple Leaf

A standout ornamental shrub, prized for its rich, dark foliage and compact, tidy habit. In spring, it produces single white or softly pink flowers before or alongside leaf emergence, providing an early floral accent. As the season advances, the deep red-purple leaves develop with intensity and maintain color without fading- unlike many other purple-leaf shrubs. Its dense branching arises from ground level, forming a balanced, mound-like shape about 4 to 5 feet tall and similarly wide.