Fuchsia 'Red Spider'

Family: Onagraceae
Pronounced: FEWK-see-ah (Most people pronounce it FEW-shah.)

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Growing Guide
Rainy Side Notes

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GROWING GUIDE

Geographical origin::
Garden.
Plant Group:
Subshrub.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: 4-6, 15-17, 22-24.
USDA zones: 8-10
Flowering period:
Summer until first frost.
Flowering attributes:
Double flowers with rose-red sepals and lavender to purple corollas.
Light:
Partial shade.
Soil:
Humus rich, well-drained soil.
Feeding:
Since this fuchsia is usually grown in a hanging basket I like to fertilize weekly with a soluble fertilizer mixed 1/2 strength. While actively growing in the greenhouse I give a very weak solution of water-soluble fertilizer every time it is watered until it is acclimated outside.
Propagation Methods:
Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, winter over in a cool greenhouse.
Pruning Methods:
Pinch out new growth in spring to encourage bushiness.

 

Rainy Side Notes

Photographed in author's garden.

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