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FUCHSIA magellanica 'Alba'

Commonly known as Hardy fuchsia

Hardy variety sometimes used as a low hedge. White flowers tinged with mauve

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Deciduous - to semi evergreen in warmer climates. Ovate-elliptic, scalloped to toothed leaves 1.5-6cm (½-2½in) long.
White - tinged mauve
Height - 1.2-1.5m (4-5ft)
Spread - 2-3m (6½-10ft)
Hedge - Ideal for hedging - suitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - erect shrub. Small flowers are feely produced. Red, oblong-shaped fruit
Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
Full sun
Partial shade
Additional Features - Good to know - will grow to 3m (10ft) in milder areas. Can be used as a hedge in milder areas
Pests & Diseases - whiteflies, capsid bugs, aphids, vine weevil, red spider mites, grey mould, rust.
Place of origin - Chile, Argentina.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Flower Shape - Single - Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
Tubular
Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil
Wildlife - Bee friendly
Rabbit Resistant