Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' (fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin') — Bushy

Overview

Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Fuchsia, part of the Onagraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.

About

Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Fuchsia, which includes both deciduous and evergreen shrubs or trees. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, ideally in sheltered positions facing east, south, or west. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for a variety of garden settings such as city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, and flower borders. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, making it a versatile choice for adding seasonal colour.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Fuchsia

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin'

Propagation: Softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids, Capsid bug, Fuchsia gall mite, Fuchsia flea beetle, Glasshouse red spider mite, Vine weevil
Disease resistance: Fuchsia rust, Grey moulds, Honey fungus (rarely)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin'?

Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' need?

Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' hardy in the UK?

Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Fuchsia 'Amelie Aubin'?

Softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.

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