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Fuchsia procumbens

Also Known As

  • Creeping Hardy Fuchsia
  • Trailing Fuchsia

Plant type

shrub, perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Fuchsia procumbens plant details

Fuchsia procumbens is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring green and orange flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia procumbens

Plant type: perennial groundcover shrub
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: green and orange blooms in spring
Uses: creeping, mat-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia procumbens

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tiny heart-shaped leaves and erect 1" yellow-turning-to-orange-red flowers followed by bright red 3/4" berries make this miniature 3-4' vine/scrambler special for rock garden, hanging basket or wall. S-PSh/M/GDr (not dry)
One of only two species from New Zealand, this beach dweller grows only a few inches in height but behaves as a ground cover. The stems are wiry with round 3/8" leaves and, in true New Zealand style, the flowers are weird, under 1/2" and green infused with blue, yellow, and orange. Attractive, purple-black fruit follows late in the season. A great spiller for containers or amid bold leaved plants in the semi-shaded perennial garden. Even moisture. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8.
This very cool groundcover would not be quickly recognized as a Fuchsia. It forms a nice mat of small, round leaves on slender woody stems. The small, upwards pointing, yellow and purple flowers are not spectacular but are intriguing when viewed up close. Native only to a restricted area of Northern New Zealand, it turns out to be perfectly hardy for milder Northwest gardens and very easy to grow, though it will drop its leaves in cold weather. For a moist situation in sun or partial shade. Hardy to 10-15 °F.
A unique curiosity among Fuchsias! New Zealand is the native home of this highly unusual species with tiny but fascinating flowers. Just a centimeter long, with a yellow tube, green & black tepals, red & purple stamens, & – believe it or not – blue pollen! It's a mini rainbow! Even better, the flowers are followed by grape-sized red fruit, which is both ornamental & edible, & very conspicuous amidst the dense emerald foliage. One of the few plants that we grow that I would genuinely recommend for hanging baskets, this rarity also makes a pleasant groundcover for shade. Flowers off & on, late Spring through frost. No more than 3” tall, & spreads to about 3'. Evergreen in mild areas, & like most Fuchsias, is a little bit tender. Rich soil is best!
Semi-evergreen prostrate perennial 4" tall and slowly spreading. Precious small upward facing flowers of pale orange and green. Showy red fruit in the fall.

Gardening facts about Fuchsia procumbens plant

How to Grow Fuchsia procumbens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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