Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' — Bushy, Trailing

Overview

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' is a bushy, trailing shrubs in the genus Fuchsia, part of the Onagraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' 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, hanging basket and patio and container plants.

About

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Fuchsia genus, known for its bushy and trailing habit. As a member of the Onagraceae family, it thrives in fertile, well-drained soils under full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered positions with east, south, or west aspects. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, as well as patios and containers, it is hardy to UK zone H4 and flowers in spring and summer. Propagation is typically by softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.

About the genus

Fuchsia is a genus of flowering plants that consists mostly of shrubs or small trees.

Wikipedia contributors, "Fuchsia", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Fuchsia

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, Well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy, Trailing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Hanging basket, Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold'

Propagation: Propagate by softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids, capsid bug, fuchsia gall mite, fuchsia flea beetle, glasshouse red spider mite and vine weevil
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to fuchsia rust, grey moulds and honey fungus (rarely)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold'?

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' need?

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' 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 to well-drained.

Is Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' hardy in the UK?

Fuchsia magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold' 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 magellanica var. molinae 'Enstone Gold'?

Propagate by softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.

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