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Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae (Hardy fuchsia)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 2.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 2.5m
max. height
Time to maturity 5-10 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae

Other names: Hardy fuchsia, Lady's blush fuchsia, Lady's eardrops, Maiden's blush fuchsia


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Genus: Fuchsia

Variety or cultivar: var molinae _ var molinae is an upright deciduous shrub with dark-green ovate leaves. From early summer to mid-autumn, it bears pendant narrow white flowers flushed pale-pink.

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae is: Deciduous

Flower: White, Flushed pink in Summer; White, Flushed pink in Autumn

Foliage: Dark-green in Spring; Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn

Habit: Arching, Upright

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Specific pests: Aphids , Capsid bug , Vine weevil

Specific diseases: Rust

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Propagation methods: Semi-hardwood cuttings, Softwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae (Hardy fuchsia) will reach a height of 2.5m and a spread of 2.5m after 5-10 years.


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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Containers, Greenhouse

Cultivation: Plant in fertile, moisture-retentive, free-draining soil in sun or light shade in a sheltered position. In cold areas, provide winter protection.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3) Match unknown

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How to prune

Question from Anne Clarke

I have allowed the fuchsia to grow into a small tree - but how should I prune it and when?
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anne

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  • Posted: Sun. 18th March 2012 15:32
  • Last reply: Mon. 19th March 2012 20:38

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