(Fuchsia 'Coralle') FEWK-see-ah Synonyms:  'Koralle' Genus:  Fuchsia

'Coralle' is an upright fuchsia with vivid red-orange pendent flowers and velvety dark green leaves with maroon undersides.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Vivid tubular flowers and dark green foliage. Attracts hummingbirds.

Care: 

Fuchsias do best in partial shade with full morning sun, and moist but well-drained soil. Do not overwater.

Propagation: 

Start seeds or root softwood cuttings in spring, or take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer and use bottom heat to root them.

Problems: 

Spider mites, aphids, scale insects, whiteflies, thrips, fuchsia gall mite, root-knot nematodes, rust, gray mold, crown gall, rots, Verticillium wilt, Southern blight.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Hummingbirds, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Orange, Red, Salmon Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Suitable as Annual Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials