There are about 100 species of evergreen or deciduous spreading or climbing shrubs and small to medium-sized trees in this genus, almost all of which come from South and Central America, with a few from New Zealand. They have long mid- to deep green leaves growing in whorls on stems but it is their arresting flowerheads that have attracted the interest of gardeners and have given rise to many thousands of hybrids and cultivars. The hanging flowers are mostly tubular, growing singly or in clusters along the stem and come in shades of red, white, pink, and purple, as well as bicolored. Fuchsias are ideal in hedges, hanging baskets, or trained on espaliers.
CULTIVATION
Moderately frost hardy to frost tender, these plants require moist but well-drained fertile soil in sun or partial shade, and some shelter from wind. Propagate the species from seeds and cuttings. Cultivars are propagated from softwood cuttings in spring or half-hardened cuttings in late summer.
Top Tip
Most fuchsias are frost tender and benefit from being potted up and sheltered over winter. Hardy types can stay in the ground but need generous mulching to protect their root systems.
CULTIVATION
Moderately frost hardy to frost tender, these plants require moist but well-drained fertile soil in sun or partial shade, and some shelter from wind. Propagate the species from seeds and cuttings. Cultivars are propagated from softwood cuttings in spring or half-hardened cuttings in late summer.
Top Tip
Most fuchsias are frost tender and benefit from being potted up and sheltered over winter. Hardy types can stay in the ground but need generous mulching to protect their root systems.
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