Fuchsia 'Tom West'

Also Known As

Fuchsia 'James West'
Fuchsia 'Tom West'
Tom West Variegated Fuchsia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

8a-9b

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Fuchsia 'Tom West' plant details

Fuchsia 'Tom West' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, pink, red, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring and summer magenta, purple and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia 'Tom West'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, red, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta, purple and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia 'Tom West'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mounds of beautiful sage green and cream foliage is veined with pink, intensifying on the tips of the new growth. Tear-drop flowers in deep pink and purple will draw hummingbirds that hover near the dangling blooms to feast on nectar. Keep evenly watered and in bright indirect light or morning sun, afternoon shade for a flower filled summer.