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Thyme Leafed Fuchsia

Fuchsia Thymifolia

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Overview

The Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia thymifolia) is a dainty, evergreen shrub, growing up to 2-3 feet tall and wide. Its petite, thyme-like foliage and delicate, pendulous pink to purple flowers add charm to shaded garden areas. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers moist, well-drained soil and part shade. Ideal for underplanting and borders, it offers year-round visual interest and attracts hummingbirds.

Sun Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 9–11Type Shrub
Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia Thymifolia) — Its petite, thyme-like foliage and delicate, pendulous pink to purple flowers add charm to shaded garden areas
Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia Thymifolia) — growing up to 2-3 feet tall and wideThyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia Thymifolia) — The Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia thymifolia) is a dainty

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Onagraceae

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Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia Thymifolia) — Its petite, thyme-like foliage and delicate, pendulous pink to purple flowers add charm to shaded garden areas
Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia Thymifolia) — growing up to 2-3 feet tall and wide
Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia Thymifolia) — The Thyme Leafed Fuchsia (Fuchsia thymifolia) is a dainty

Photograph: P. J. de Lange, CC BY 4.0 · source

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