Fuchsia care guide
Fuchsia
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2d
Water
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14d
Feed
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30-150cm
Height
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H3-H4 (tender varieties), H5 (hardy varieties)
Hardy
About Fuchsia
Fuchsias are beloved for their distinctive, pendulous, bell-shaped flowers, bringing a vibrant display to UK gardens and patios from early summer until the first frosts. They are versatile plants, with many varieties suitable for hanging baskets, containers, or as border shrubs, thriving in the often-temperate British climate. While many are tender and require winter protection, some hardy varieties can remain outdoors year-round in milder UK regions.
Outdoor garden plant. Flowering. Typically flowers around Jun, Jul, Aug.
How to care for Fuchsia
💧 Watering
Keep compost consistently moist during the growing season, especially for container-grown plants. Reduce watering in winter for tender varieties.
🌿 Feeding
Feed weekly or bi-weekly with a high-potash liquid fertiliser once flowering begins, throughout the growing season.
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