Sand Cherries (Prunus x cistena) are one of my favorite ornamental shrubs. While pruning ours this week, I decided to save some of the cuttings to use in use in a floral arrangement. Notice how the bright burgundy leaves go so nicely with these hot pink roses. (Note: watch for ants and other undesirables whenever bringing cuttings inside.)
The Sandy Cherry on the southern side of our house is just starting to leaf out, so its prunings were perfect for my arrangement. The shrubs on the north side are about a week or so behind. I’ll try to get some more photos when the shrubs are in bloom. In the meantime, Happy Spring!
A Taste of Morning 
The color of those leaves is just beautiful! I may have to stop by your garden this spring to take some photographs!
That would be wonderful! Unfortunately, the garden is a little behind schedule right now, but as soon as we get some warm days it should progress pretty quickly.
Have a nice day, Abigail! Laurie
Your bouquet is gorgeous and I like the thoughtful touches like the Sandy Cherry cuttings.
Thank you, Charlie. Have a nice day!
Laurie
Very pretty. Some of my favorite bouquets don’t have any flowers at all, just interesting weeds, twigs, and cuttings like this.
Oh, fun!
They look lovely with those roses!
Thank you, Jewels. Have a nice day!
Laurie