Fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' (Fuchsia 'Nancy Lou')

Fuchsias 'Nancy Lou'

Fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' is a vigorous and upright type of fuchsia with interestingly shaped flowers. The unusual outer petals of these blooms are ‘reflexed,’ or turned all the way back. The exact heritage is not known. This cultivar is a trailing variant, which makes it perfect for floral hanging baskets and containers.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Fuchsias 'Nancy Lou'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Thriving in humid environments, fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' prefers consistent hydration without waterlogging. Water fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' twice a week to keep the soil moist but not saturated. Outdoors, it benefits from rainwater during the growing season, enhancing its vibrant appearance in garden spaces.

Fertilize: Nourish fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' biweekly in growing season with balanced fertilizer; monthly in winter. Use high-nitrogen formula in early spring, applying at quarter-strength to avoid damage. Water soil prior to application. Tailoring these practices promotes vigor and flowering while optimizing overall health.

Pruning: Fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' thrives with annual early spring pruning, removing dead stems and up to one-third of its growth. This practice enhances air circulation, light access, and reduces disease risk, leading to healthier, more abundant blooms throughout the growing season.

Propagation: Fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' propagates effectively through cuttings from healthy, non-flowering shoots. Dipping cut ends in rooting hormone boosts root growth. A sterile, well-draining medium and high humidity aid establishment. Once rooted, fuchsias 'Nancy Lou' should gradually acclimate to less controlled conditions for successful transplanting.

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