Fuchsia regia ssp. reitzii

Also Known As

Fuchsia regia var. reitzii

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Fuchsia regia ssp. reitzii plant details

Fuchsia regia ssp. reitzii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia regia ssp. reitzii

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia regia ssp. reitzii

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This hardy Fuchsia differs from var. regia in having a more upright habit, and shorter, rounder leaves. Basically it looks more like a normal Fuchsia. Leaves tend to drop earlier in the winter than the others: it can be cut back hard every year. Its tolerances are not that well known, but it likes full sun and seems to prefer better drainage than other Fuchsias. It is root hardy to at least 10 °F once established, maybe lower.