Fuchsia Seeds grow into perennial, bushy or trailing plants with delicate, pendulous flowers in shades of pink, red, purple, or white. They thrive in temperate to subtropical climates with partial shade and well-draining, fertile soil. Fuchsias are ideal for hanging baskets, containers, garden beds, and borders, providing long-lasting blooms from late spring through fall and attracting hummingbirds and pollinators.
Features
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Perennial, bushy or trailing growth habit
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Produces pendulous flowers in pink, red, purple, or white
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Suitable for hanging baskets, containers, garden beds, and borders
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Thrives in partial shade with well-draining soil
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Provides long-lasting blooms and attracts pollinators
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Fuchsia spp.
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Common Name (US): Fuchsia
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Bushy or trailing perennial
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USDA Zones: 8-11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Late spring through fall
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 14-28 days, keep soil moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
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Mature Plant Size: 12-36 inches tall, 12-24 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants