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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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DeciduousTo semi evergreen in warmer climates. Scalloped to toothed leaves 1.5-6cm (½-2½in) long.
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WhiteTinged mauve
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Height1.5m (5ft)
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Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightErect shrub. Small flowers are feely produced. Red, oblong-shaped fruit
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
FUCHSIA magellanica 'Alba'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowSyn. F. magellanica var. molinae 'Alba'. Will grow to 3m (10ft) in milder areas. Can be used as a hedge in milder areasPests & DiseasesWhiteflies, capsid bugs, aphids, vine weevil, red spider mites, grey mould, rust.Place of originChile, Argentina.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a mixed or shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelterCottage gardenTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginDenticulate
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Pruning groupPruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Fuchsia - Care Guide
- Growing & Caring for Fuchias
- Fully hardy fuchsias as hedging or as shrubs
- Wall climbing fuchsias
- Tender conservatory fuchsias
- Hardy, colourful border fuchsias
- Hard Pruning - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Six weeks after pruning - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Fuchsia procumbens
- Propagation Fuchsia arborescens - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Fuchsia Hardwood Cuttings - Video Tip ondemand_video
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