Fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall' (Fuchsia 'Nellie Nuttall')

Fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall'

Fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall' is an elegant member of the fuschia family notable for its small size and its profuse white flowers with deep pink surrounding petals. This hybrid is a cross between the 'Khada' and 'Ice Cap' fuchsias. This plant has proved such a popular ornamental garden addition that it has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

45 cm

Plant Height

45 cm

Spread

Care Guide for Fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall' requires regular watering to keep the soil moist, especially during summer, with daily checks for potted plants. Humidity is vital, so misting can help maintain moisture in drier indoor conditions.

Fertilize: To promote abundant blooms in your fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall', use a balanced fertilizer weekly, at a quarter strength, during watering. Cease fertilization two weeks before moving your fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall' indoors at fall's end.

Pruning: Prune fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall' in early spring by cutting back to a healthy bud and removing dead stems for improved air circulation and blooming. Maintain shape with regular pruning using clean, sharp tools. Understand fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall''s growth habits for effective pruning techniques.

Propagation: The fuchsias 'Nellie Nuttall' is best propagated through cuttings, taken in spring to autumn. Cuttings, 2-4 inches long, should be placed in a moist medium in a 3-inch pot. Cover with ventilated plastic, water regularly, and place in a warm area. Roots should form in 3-4 weeks.

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