Fuchsia Plant
Fuchsia (Fuchsia) is a perennial that grows 1-3 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 10-11, prefers well-drained, rich soil, part shade to full shade, medium moisture, and has no edible or medicinal uses.
Habit
Bushy
Height
0.5-1 m
Growth
Perennial
Soil
Well-drained, acidic soil
Shade
Partial Shade
Moisture
Moist
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Cool, shaded areas
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Potassium-rich
Watering
Water regularly, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Plant Weight
0.3-0.5 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 - 0.5
Yield Per Plant
Not applicable
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Deciduous
Health Benefits
Beautiful white flowers, used in landscaping.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Rust, Grey Mould, Aphids, Whiteflies, Root Rot.
Orange or brown pustules on leaves Gray, fuzzy mold on leaves and flowers Yellowing leaves, sticky residue on leaves Yellowing leaves, stunted growth Wilting, yellowing leaves, root discoloration
Apply sulfur, remove infected debris Improve air circulation, remove affected parts Insecticidal soap, ladybugs Neem oil, yellow sticky traps Improve soil drainage, use beneficial soil microbes
Fungicides with myclobutanil, Iprodione or thiophanate-methyl, Insecticides containing imidacloprid, Fungicides with metalaxyl or mefenoxam.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Edible berries: Some species produce small berries that contain antioxidants.
- Vitamin C content: Supports immune health.
- Aesthetic and mental health benefits: The bright flowers improve mood and reduce stress.