Fuchsia 'Phyllis'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-12

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Fuchsia 'Phyllis' plant details

Fuchsia 'Phyllis' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple and red flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fuchsia 'Phyllis'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: floriferous, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fuchsia 'Phyllis'

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fuchsia 'Phyllis' is a larger grower with prolific single to semi-double flowers in shades of rose-red with magenta to lavender-purple corollas. A number of different Fuchsia are hardy to zone 7 or 8. To increase hardiness bury the base of the shrub 3-4 inches below the surface of the soil as you would a rose.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Displays prolific, single to semi-double flowers with rose-red sepals and lavender-purple corollas. An upright, hardy variety. To ensure hardiness: take out of containers and plant them deep, mist foliage when very hot, prune to several inches above ground in late winter, and mulch the crown. Keep moist, not wet.