A medium-sized deciduous shrub, fuchsia has small, red tubular blooms that appear in the summer months along with dark green foliage. They need a protected location, especially from frost or strong winds, and can be fenced or planted in pots. heightens to around 2 metres. Each Spring, prune severely to keep them bushy and compact. End-of-autumn mulching will help plants survive the winter. Feed in the spring with blood and bone or a liquid fertiliser.
Light requirement: Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Medium
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Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Intermediate
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Drought tolerance: Low
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Low
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Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Deciduous
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
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