‘Gus Mehlquist’ Sprawling Sand Cherry

Prunus pumila var. depressa ‘Gus Mehlquist’

Family

Rosaceae

Genus

Prunus

About Our Collection

Fun Facts

  • The original 30-year-old plant is flourishing behind the Arboretum’s Dana Greenhouses. It was collected as a division from the wild.

  • ‘Gus Mehlquist’ only reaches a height of 12 inches, but grows several feet wide. It will also root along its stems, increasing its footprint.

  • Rabbit browsing during the winter has no effect – vigorous growth the following spring and summer recoup any feeding by rodents.

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7 Living Specimens

Plant ID Accession Date Received As Origin Source