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FUCHSIA gracilis var. gracilis
Commonly known as Hardy fuchsia
Slender, graceful flowers of crimson and purple
£13.50 , 3+ £12.00
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Good to know
Syn Fuchsia gracilis -
Place of origin
Chile, Argentina -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetCrimson and purple -
Bell/Lantern
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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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 - 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) -
Autumn Seasonal InterestAutumn fruits
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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