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FUCHSIA procumbens
Commonly known as Trailing fuchsia
Dwarf creeping species with unusual mauve/green/yellow flowers and large pinkish fruits. Suitable for growing as a rock plant.
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Evergreen - rounded, heart-shaped leaves to 20mm (¾in) long.
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Green
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Purple - Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet -
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Height - 15cm (6in) -
Spread - 90cm (36in)
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Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - prostrate shrub. Upward-facing flowers. Spherical, red fruit to 1.5cm (half inch) long.
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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) -
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Additional Features - Good to know - - bright blue pollen. -
Pests & Diseases - whiteflies, capsid bugs, aphids, vine weevil, red spider mites, grey mould. rust. -
Place of origin - New Zealand. -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Single - Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Tubular - 2-4cm (¾-1½in) long
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Garden Location/Conditions - Rockery (inc alpine) -
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Seasonal Interest - Summer -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
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Fuchsia - Care Guide
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