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Transform your garden with the timeless beauty of Fuchsia ‘Riccartonii’, also known as a Hardy Fuchsia. A stunning shrubby perennial which boasts a profusion of small, vibrant, pendulous blooms which combine deep magenta sepals and rich purple petals, creating a striking display from June through to October. Perfect for borders, hedges, or standalone features, Fuchsia ‘Riccartonii’ thrives in both sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for any garden. Its graceful, arching stems and delicate, tubular flowers attract bees and other pollinators, adding life and movement to your garden. Low-maintenance and reliable, this hardy, deciduous fuchsia tolerates a variety of soils and withstands cooler climates. Given the Award of Garden Merit by the RHS, Fuchsia ‘Riccartonii’ is easy to grow and provides lasting impact, whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, and will reach a mature height of 2m, spreading 1.5m.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Fuchsia ‘Riccartonii’ |
|---|---|
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) |
| Colour | Red |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 2.00 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 1.50 |
| AGM | Yes |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
