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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
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    To semi evergreen in warmer climates. Scalloped to toothed leaves 1.5-6cm (½-2½in) long.
  • White
    Tinged mauve
  • Height
    1.5m (5ft)
  • Spread
    3m (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

FUCHSIA magellanica 'Alba'

 
Available late spring to early summer 2025 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each 
Delivery Information Available late spring to early summer 2025
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
Click to see photo
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Syn. F. magellanica var. molinae 'Alba'. 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
    Border
    Suits a mixed or shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea with more shelter
    Cottage garden
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Denticulate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Elliptic
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 4
    Suitable 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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Fuchsia - Care Guide
1.5m (5ft)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  3m (10ft)
  

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