Thompsonii hardy fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica 'Thompsonii'
USDA zones6 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size3 to 5 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Thompsonii' hardy fuchsia (Fuchsia magellanica 'Thompsonii') is a shrub for borders, containers, and hedges. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. Its arching stems bloom in early to late summer and again in early to late autumn. Hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit the flowers. It is easy to grow and needs little care.
Pairs well with Limelight hydrangea, Agapanthus, and Pale yellow-eyed grass.