Fuchsia thymifolia

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Fuchsia thymifolia

Thyme Leafed Fuchsia

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:

Description

This Fuchsia grows to a size of 4' tall and wide, with tiny leaves and miniature, single, dark rose pink, edible flowers that are produced through the warm season. It is a plant that is resistant to Fuschia mite.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Water Garden, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.