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PHYGELIUS x rectus 'Sensation'
Commonly known as Cape fuchsia

Bright magenta pink flowers at the top of each stem in summer and continuing into autumn
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Pests & Diseases
Figwort weevils, capsid bugs . -
Place of origin
South Africa -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenDark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Ovate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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