Annabelle White Fuchsia

Botanical Name

:

Fuchsia hybrida

Plant Type

:

Perennial shrub (often grown as an annual in colder climates)

Seasons

:

Spring, Summer, Autumn (blooms in summer)

Sun Level

:

Partial shade (3–6 hours of indirect sunlight)

Ideal Soil Temperature for Planting

:

60–75°F (15–24°C)

Soil Type

:

Well-draining, rich, moist soil with high organic matter.

Germination

:

Propagated through cuttings rather than seeds; seeds take 1-4 months to germinate, while cuttings root in 6–8 weeks.

P.H. Level

:

6.0-7.0

Water/Irrigation

:

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Fertilization

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Feed every 2–3 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer or a slow-release fertilizer at planting.

Habit

:

Trailing when used in hanging baskets but upright when supported.

Final Plant Height

:

12–24 inches (30–60 cm)

Spread

:

18–24 inches (45–60 cm)

Spacing

:

12–16 inches (30–40 cm)

Flowers

:

Elegant white, bell-shaped blooms with delicate pink accents, blooming from spring to fall.

Attracts

:

Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

Uses

:

Hanging baskets, containers, garden borders, pollinator gardens

Companions

:

Begonias, impatiens, coleus, lobelia

Pruning

:

Pinch back tips to encourage bushier growth; deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming.

Toxicity

:

Non-toxic to humans but mildly toxic to pets if ingested. Wear gloves when handling due to potential irritation from sap or thorns on some varieties.