Photo by Cistus Nursery
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Fuchsia microphylla
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 8b-10b
Fuchsia microphylla plant details
Fuchsia microphylla is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia microphylla
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: compact, distinctive bark, floriferous, tropical-looking, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia microphylla
- USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A cool, cute species from the Mexican central highlands, this petite flowered fuchsia is a sweet shade border addition. Tiny summer pink bells abundant. 4' mature plants sport peeling bark. Useful as a container plant as well. 15 °F.
By: Cistus Nursery
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How to Grow Fuchsia microphylla
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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