Fuchsia x bacillaris

(Hardy Fuchsia) A lovely selection, Fuchsia x bacillaris has fountains of tiny deep green leaves and a myriad of minute red-pink flowers for months and months through summer and early autumn. Although generally hardy, this beautiful small shrub needs a very warm site or winter protection.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Fuchsia x bacillaris may suffer from some die back after exceptionally cold weather.
• Flowering Period: June - September.
• Flower Colour: Red / pink.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Fuchsia x bacillaris grows to be a compact, rounded shrub.
  • Height: 1 m (3 ft).
  • Spread: 1 m (3 ft).

• Pruning: Prune Fuchsia x bacillaris gently in spring to remove any stems which have died back in the winter.