Overview
Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' is a bushy, trailing shrub in the genus Fuchsia, part of the Onagraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' grows best in partial shade and full shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and acidic to neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders, containers and shaded garden areas.
About
Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' is a shrub cultivar of the Fuchsia genus, which comprises mostly shrubs or small trees. It thrives in sheltered, shaded garden areas with moist, well-drained, fertile soil that is acidic to neutral. This cultivar prefers partial to full shade and aspects facing north, east, or west. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders and containers. To maintain its shape and encourage bushy growth, prune in early spring. Propagation is best done through softwood cuttings taken in summer.
About the genus
Fuchsia is a genus of flowering plants that consists mostly of shrubs or small trees.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fuchsia
- Sunlight
- partial shade, full shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- acidic to neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- north, east, west
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Bushy, Trailing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, shaded garden areas
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered, shaded positions with moist, well-drained soil. Protect from harsh sun and strong winds.
- Pruning
- Prune in early spring to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
- Propagation
- softwood cuttings in summer
- 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
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen'?
Prefers sheltered, shaded positions with moist, well-drained soil. Protect from harsh sun and strong winds.
Where is the best place to plant Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen'?
Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' prefers partial shade and full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' need?
Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers acidic to neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen'?
Prune in early spring to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
Is Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' hardy in the UK?
Fuchsia 'Madame Cornelissen' 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 'Madame Cornelissen'?
Softwood cuttings in summer.
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