hardy fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica var. macrostema 'Tricolor'
Overview
Hardy Fuchsia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height and width. This member of the Fuchsia family is beloved for its striking and vivid appearance. Its oval-shaped, deep green leaves provide a brilliant backdrop to its unique pink, purple and white blossoms, which appear throughout the summer. Hardy Fuchsia likes cool, partially shaded locations and is relatively easy to care for. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal fertilization. This eye-catching shrub can prove irresistible in the right garden setting.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-4" days.
Light
part sun/part shade, full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 7-7.
Pruning
Best pruned in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May.
Propagation
Cutting, Layering Propagation, Division, Grafting Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Rabbit resistant.
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