AWARD

FUCHSIA microphylla

Commonly known as Lady's eardrops

Tiny flowers are pinkish-red, new growth is reddish
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Small, green leaflets
  • Red
    Pinkish red
  • Height
    1.2m (4ft)
  • Spread
    75cm (30in)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Upright shrub with small, pendulous flowers at the leaf axils. Black fruit
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

FUCHSIA microphylla

 
Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each 
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2025
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Whiteflies, capsid bugs, aphids, vine weevil, red spider mites, grey mould, rust.
    Place of origin
    Mexico to Panama
    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
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Leaf margin
    Dentate
    		(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
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Fuchsia - Care Guide
1.2m (4ft)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  75cm (30in)
  

Buy Varieties of FUCHSIA microphylla

FUCHSIA microphylla 'Silver Lining'

FUCHSIA microphylla 'Silver Lining'

Lady's eardrops

small, silvery leaves and tiny pink flowers.

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£13.50  
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Available from January 2025 - Awaiting new stock

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