perennial

Fuchsia

Fuchsia pinks 'Paint The Town'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Perennial

Height

28 inches

Width

30 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium to high

Humidity

Prefers high humidity

Lifespan

Perennial in mild climates

Native To

Hybrid origin

Toxicity

Non-toxic, berries are edible

The Story

Plant Bio

Fuchsias are beloved for their distinctive, pendulous, two-toned flowers that dangle like ornate earrings, attracting hummingbirds throughout the summer. 'Paint The Town' is a hardy fuchsia known for exceptional vigor and profuse blooming. It features vibrant fuchsia-pink flowers on an upright, bushy plant that blooms non-stop.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Provides a continuous explosion of vibrant, jewel-like flowers from summer until frost, brightening up shady areas of the garden. Its bushy, upright habit makes it a substantial presence in borders or containers.

Its preference for shade makes it an invaluable plant for adding color to north-facing gardens, under trees, or on covered patios where many other flowering plants struggle.

Fuchsias are a premier food source for hummingbirds. The shape of the flowers is perfectly adapted for hummingbirds to feed on the nectar, and they will visit the plants all day long.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade, or full shade.
Use rich, moist, but well-drained potting soil or garden loam.
Plant at the same depth it was in its nursery pot.
Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist.
Fertilize regularly throughout the summer blooming season.
Mulch the root zone to keep it cool and moist.

Pro Tip

Pinch the tips of new growth in late spring to encourage a bushier plant with more flowering stems.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Provide protection from hot afternoon sun.
Feed regularly to support heavy blooming.
Pinch off spent blooms to promote more flowers.
Mulch heavily in fall to protect roots for winter.

Don't

Do not let the soil dry out completely.
Avoid planting in direct, hot afternoon sun.
Don't forget to fertilize; they are heavy feeders.
Don't prune hardy fuchsias back hard in the fall.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Fertilize
Plant
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Vibrant color for shady bordersHummingbird magnet in container gardensCascading element in hanging baskets

Companion Plants

Hosta Begonia Impatiens Heuchera Coleus

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Fuchsia questions

What zones can Fuchsia grow in?

Fuchsia is hardy in USDA Zones 6–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Fuchsia deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Fuchsia, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Fuchsia bloom?

Fuchsia typically blooms in early summer through early fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Fuchsia need full sun?

Fuchsia does best in part shade.