Fuchsia magellanica ‘Little Giant’
Little Giant fuchsia
Onagraceae

Characteristics: Dangling exotic, red and purple flowers with stamens hanging down like wind chimes. Very long bloom period – 4 to 5 months- provides a constant source of nectar for hummingbirds. This hardy fuchsia is a tall sub-shrub that will lose some limbs in colder winters. Looks like a superior ovary but it’s not- the tube goes around the ovary. Opposite branching, often in 3’s. Native to Chile.

Growing conditions: Requires well-drained, rich soil with organic matter, but will tolerate almost anything if well-drained. Cold frost kills it back, but it will grow back.

Limitations: Must have well-drained soil.