Fuchsia hartwegii

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-11

Fuchsia hartwegii plant details

Fuchsia hartwegii is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia hartwegii

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming, rare, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia hartwegii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very rare shrubby species from Columbia with 1” vermillion trumpet flowers borne in upward facing clusters from Spring thru Fall, brilliant green leaves that contrast nicely with the flower color & an upright habit. Fuchsia hartwegii seems to appreciate more sun than many of the Fuchsias we grow. Provide rich soil & good drainage. I’ve seen it go deciduous in cold but it sprang back just fine in Spring, so protection from frost is advised, but no more so than for any other Fuchsia. Grows from 2’-3’ tall.