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Fuchsia magellanica

Family Onagraceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.5 - 2.1 m (5 - 7 ft)
Spread 1.5 m (5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Fuchsia magellanica (bush fuchsia) bears faded purple blossoms during early summer to mid autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour. Fuchsia magellanica (bush fuchsia) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Fuchsia magellanica . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.