Fuchsias 'Evita' (Fuchsia 'Evita')

Fuchsias 'Evita'

Fuchsias 'Evita' is a short white-and-pink variant that grows especially well in pots. Hybridized from other fuchsias specifically for being a container plant, this cultivar was named after the Latin word for "living." fuchsias 'Evita' is beloved for its compact and manageable size, abundant and long-living flowers, and ease of care.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Fuchsias 'Evita'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: The fuchsias 'Evita' needs regular watering, especially in summer, with potted variants requiring daily moisture checks. Ground-planted fuchsias 'Evita's need less frequent watering. Additionally, fuchsias 'Evita' thrives in humid conditions; regular misting helps maintain humidity, essential for its health indoors.

Fertilize: To promote abundant flowering in your fuchsias 'Evita', use a balanced fertilizer weekly at quarter strength when watering. If relocating your fuchsias 'Evita' indoors in fall, cease fertilization two weeks prior to moving.

Pruning: Fuchsias 'Evita' are celebrated for vibrant flowers. Prune in early spring to remove dead branches, promote bushiness by pinching tips, and remove spent flowers to extend blooming. Thin overcrowded areas for better air circulation, reducing disease risk, while rejuvenating pruning enhances appearance and vitality.

Propagation: Propagation of fuchsias 'Evita' is easiest from cuttings taken in spring to autumn. Pinch a 2-4 inch growing tip, remove bottom leaves, and plant in a 3-inch pot with a moist medium. Cover with ventilated plastic and place in a warm spot. Roots establish in 3-4 weeks; acclimatize afterward.

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