Place them in a cool, frost free location over winter, such as a greenhouse, keeping the compost just slightly damp to the touch Berry P. E.; etal. (1988). "Fuchsia pachyrrhiza (Onagraceae), a tuberous new species and section of Fuchsia from western Peru". Systematic Botany . 13 (4): 483–92. doi: 10.2307/2419193. JSTOR 2419193. S2CID 86892674. Once the roots have formed, replant in individual containers and grow to the point you can transplant them to their permanent spot. Keep in mind that plants started this way have weaker roots and will take longer to get established. Caring for Fuchsia

Fuchsia procumbens– This is also a delicious, creeping variety found natively in coastal areas. The berries are bigger than most other fuchsias and look a lot like grapes. The flower is unusual and quite small.

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You can keep hardy varieties of fuchsias in the garden over the wintertime. However, we recommend that you use some protection like a burlap to protect them from the frost or light snowfalls. In containers they will need watering regularly, especially in summer, to keep the compost evenly moist but not waterlogged. Do not allow the plants to sit in water. Fuchsia excorticata is the largest species of Fuchsia in the world. This species differs in appearances from others in New Zealand. This species is deciduous, found most commonly in tree or shrub form. It typically grows to an average height of 12 meters high. It is distinguishable by a noticeably light brown/orange bark, which is extremely thin and paper like, peeling in strips. [3] Overall trunk diameter tends to be 60cm with stout outreaching branches. Tender fuchsiaare available from late winter onwards in garden centres and nurseries. Usually in the undercover bedding plant section, often with all the other plants for summer containers. Berry P. E. (1988). "Nomenclatural changes in the genus Fuchsia". Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden. 75 (3): 1150. doi: 10.2307/2399384. JSTOR 2399384.

Some insects also find fuchsias attractive, and you might notice pests are more prevalent on fuchsias planted in the flowerbeds rather than in pots. They will tolerate most soil types, but will not fare well in the extremes where the ground iswet or dry Fuchsias are one of the mainstays of the summer garden. They produce masses of delightful pendant, bell-like flowers for months on end from early June to the first severe frosts of autumn. Fuchsia microphylla– While the berries aren’t the best tasting and quite small, they suit cooking are perfect for sweet desserts. These are native to Central America. Fuchsia magellanica– Known as hardy fuchsia, this is one variety that likes full to partial sun. It will grow in USDA Growing Zones 6 to 9. There are many hybrids and cultivars, and they all vary in taste and flower size.

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Main description of the leaves of this species include slim petioles, the join being approximately 1–4cm long. The leaves tend to be up to 10cm and ranging from 1.5–3cm wide. [4] Leaves tend to form an oblong shape with a rounded base. Leaves of Fuchsia excorticata have a smooth epidermis with the exception of the margin and veins. The leaf margin is serrated with small teeth. Leaf colour can vary the upper side generally being dark green and the underside being paler and more silver in colour. Leaves can sometimes be suffused with red or purple colouring. Fuchsia excorticata is uncommon for its characteristic of being deciduous in southern areas of New Zealand, where the majority of its competing species are large evergreen species. Therefore, in the winter months Fuchsia excorticata is conspicuous by being found with few to no leaves. Between 1900 and 1914 many of the famous cultivated varieties were produced which were grown extensively for Covent Garden market by many growers just outside London. During the period between the world wars, fuchsia-growing slowed as efforts were made toward crop production until after 1949, when plant and hybrid production resumed on a large scale. [9] Trailing or basket fuchsias produce long, trailing stems, making them perfect for hanging baskets and adorning the edges of containers.

Half-hardy varieties are planted out in May/June after the danger of frost has passed. Hardy species should be planted in spring or early summer. Berry P. E. (1982). "The systematics and evolution of Fuchsia Sect. Fuchsia (Onagraceae)". Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden. 69 (1): 1–199. doi: 10.2307/2398789. JSTOR 2398789. Alternatively,propagate newsmaller fuchsias by cuttings in late summerto make it easier to store your fuchsias where space is limitedLet’s go over everything you need to know to grow a spectacular arrangement of fuchsias in your garden this summer. Types of Fuchsia