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Fuchsia paniculata

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Fuchsia paniculata plant details

Fuchsia paniculata is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia paniculata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, floriferous, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia paniculata

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a species Fuchsia, often confused with F. arborescens, that has a shrublike habit and gets quite large where it is hardy. Clusters of narrow rose pink/lavender 2" tubular flowers appear in summer, followed by showy clusters of purple red berries.

Gardening facts about Fuchsia paniculata plant

How to Grow Fuchsia paniculata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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