5 Seeds Desert Peach Prunus andersonii Native Shrub Drought Tolerant Ornamental

Desert Peach (Prunus andersonii) is a deciduous native shrub of the western United States, valued for its early spring display of soft pink blossoms that appear before the leaves emerge. This hardy, drought-tolerant plant brings a delicate desert charm to xeriscapes, native plant gardens, and dry borders, forming a dense, rounded shrub over time.

In cultivation, Desert Peach works well as a flowering accent, a low hedge, or a background planting in water-wise landscapes. Its blooms attract early-season pollinators, and the small, fuzzy fruits that follow add seasonal interest. It prefers lean, well-drained soils and full sun, and it resists browsing once established.
Species: Prunus andersonii
Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Plant Habit: Dense, rounded, branching
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky, low fertility
Zones: 5 to 9
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; sow 6 to 8 weeks at 40F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep moist
Spacing: 4 to 6 feet apart
Notes: Native to arid regions; drought tolerant once established; prune after bloom if desired