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Posted by ruffian64 6/Central KY (My Page) on Tue, May 11, 04 at 19:17
| I posted on the "gallery" list, but thought Id post here as well. I bought a pretty Fushia plant but really need to know how to care for it. If anyone knows what it is called, they could tell me that too. It was in with the other Fushias, but it is a bit different. Much smaller leaves and flowers, and compact. The flowers are a pretty white with a bit of pink in the center. This one was missing its tag so I havent a clue what Im dealing with.
I am very new to Fushia. Ive only seen them growing in hanging pots at the stores. I didnt even know they are trees. Are they ALL trees, or do they come in a variety that is acceptable to grow in a hanging pot year round? Are they perennials or annuals. The lady at the store said it was an annual. Does it look like I have to much in the hanging pot I posted in the "gallery"? AT first I thought maybe it was a younger plant because the leaves and flowers are so small. But I dont think it would be so full and compact if it were a younger plant then the others, which were very leggy, but with way fewer branches, which were a bit thicker.I have my hanging pot where it will get morning sun, but by 1:00 the sun has moved to the other side of the house. Will it still be getting too much sun? Also, just out of curiosity, Id like to know how long I could expect this plant to grow. By long, I mean about how far will it grow down from out of the pot?
These are beautiful plants Ive seen on this forum and I have to admitt Ive fallen in love with them today. My question there is, WHERE on earth do I find these plants? I have looked all over, Lowes, Home Depot, department stores, and nursery's looking for something that would catch my eye that I could pot in a large pot. We rent and I like to use large container gardens. This looks like something I would definately love to grow but I have never seen a Fushia tree or plant other then the hanging baskets.Any ideas on where to purchase?
Thanks in Advance!
SusanH |
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RE: New To Fushia
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Hi Susan - check out the FAQ at the top of the Fuschia forum for answers to almost all of your questions!
Also, Home Depot and Lowes both had these plants in baskets, pots, and as trees just last week here in Atlanta, so look for them in your area - these stores get new stuff in all the time so there may be some this week but not next, and vice versa. |
RE: New To Fushia
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| Hi Susan, I just got my variegated Fushia in the mail the other day from Van Bourgdien catalog. I'm concerned about planting it too. So I guess we are in the same boat. My hanging ones, I do okay, but not enough watering and attention when they are hanging in Idaho's hot summers, even on the north side of the house. Anyway, mine is a hardy one but just came with its roots. Let me know how you do.
karalyn |
RE: New To Fushia
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| Well, now my flowers are dropping off too. I do see buds, so I hope it is ok. It hasnt been all that hot, and its not getting a lot of direct sun, only in the morning for a few hours. Right now Im dealing with a tree with its bark taken off from my stupid dog so Ive been ignoring my poor Fuschia. It seems damp enough and I watered it with Miracle Grow. The plant itself looks good, so Im just going to go with the thought that it was time for the flowers to fall off LOL. Susan(aka Ruffian64 or seattleslew1964) |
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