Fuchsia X hybrida 'Tom Thumb'
Dwarf Hardy Fuchsia
Description
Compact hardy fuchsia with full size flowers. Rosy-red sepals with violet centers. 2' tall and wide. Long bloom period: June to frost.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.