Fuchsia 'Little Giant'

Little Giant Hardy Fuchsia

Deciduous, Herbaceous Perennial

Pendulous blooms, deep red on the outside and rich violet on the interior smother this upright perennial for sun to part shade. Easy-care and low maintenance; it blooms from early summer until a killing frost. Hummingbirds love it too!

Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Exposure: Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Average, Regular / Even

Description

Size: 30 - 36 tall x 18 - 24 wide
Shape / Form: Upright
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Flowers, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance, Dwarf / Compact Plant

Foliage Color: Green

Flower Color: Red
Bloom Season: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Summer, Fall
Flower Shape: Trumpet / Tubular


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Container, Massed, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Courtyard / Urban Garden, Once-a-Year Maintenance
Wildlife: Butterflies, Hummingbirds

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Summer, Fall, Late Spring / Early Summer, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler
Plant Behavior: Well Behaved / Companionable
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite, Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Suitable Substitutes

Perfect Partners

Hosta 'Sagae' | Sagae Hosta

Plant Combos