Photo of Fuchsia 'Maxima' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Fuchsia 'Maxima'

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Fuchsia 'Maxima' plant details

Fuchsia 'Maxima' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer purple and red flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia 'Maxima'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, hanging basket

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia 'Maxima'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tube and sepals are both red-purple while the corolla is a very dark purple.

Gardening facts about Fuchsia 'Maxima' plant

How to Grow Fuchsia 'Maxima'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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