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Fuchsia 'Santa Claus'

Also Known As

  • Fuchsia magellanica 'Santa Claus'
  • Santa Claus Fuchsia

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Fuchsia 'Santa Claus' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia 'Santa Claus'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia 'Santa Claus'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Christmas in July!: this 3-4' shrub Fuchsia produces its bright red and white flowers June-Sept. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Fuchsia 'Santa Claus' plant

How to Grow Fuchsia 'Santa Claus'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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