Prunus pumila var. depressa, ‘Gus Mehlquist’ sprawling sand cherry Genus_Toona In the late summer

In the late summer

Tragically

Name in Japanese and romaji: 群芳殿 Gunpoden

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

to be registered with the American Peony Society in 2026

Prunus pumila var. depressa, ‘Gus Mehlquist’ sprawling sand cherry Genus_Toona In the late summerVariety 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