Plant Type:
Flowering Shrub
Fuchsia triphylla ‘Thalia’ will grow to be a small good sized woody shrub if overwintered indoors.
Cold Hardiness:
Tender
This beautiful Fuchsia is a tender shrub and should be protected from cold weather. A fantastic example of Fuchsia triphylla ‘Thalia’ can be seen growing inside of the Temperate House of Kew Gardens.
Eventual Height:
60cm
In most UK gardens Fuchsia triphylla ‘Thalia’ will reach a height of 60cm in one growing season.
Light requirements:
Full Sun – Partial Shade
As with most Fuchsia, Fuchsia triphylla ‘Thalia’ will tolerate both shade and sun. We find that Fuchsia triphylla ‘Thalia’ flowers most profusely when grown in full sun.
Water Requirements:
Average
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Plant out after risk of frost has passed. Water with an organic liquid feed to promote healthy growth. Pinch out the growing tip on young plants to encourage bushier growth and more flowers.
Autumn & Winter: Lift and protect from cold weather before the first frosts arrive.
