Fuchsia ‘Inferno’ is a striking, trailing variety known for its vibrant, fiery blooms. The flowers feature brilliant orange-red sepals and dark purple petals, creating a dramatic contrast that adds bold color to hanging baskets, containers, and garden borders. It is a vigorous grower that blooms profusely from summer to fall, making it an excellent choice for adding a touch of warmth to gardens and patios.
Fuchsia ‘Inferno’
$1.75Price
- Light: Prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight; can tolerate some morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun, which may scorch the flowers.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but well-draining; water when the top inch of soil is dry, but avoid waterlogging.
- Temperature: Thrives in mild to warm temperatures; protect from frost by bringing indoors or using mulch to cover plants in colder months.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally if grown indoors or in dry conditions.
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
- Fertilizer: Feed every 2-3 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season to support healthy growth and blooming.
- Pruning & Maintenance: Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms; prune lightly in early spring to shape and remove dead or weak growth.
- Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound in containers.
- Pest & Disease Resistance: May attract aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies; ensure good airflow to avoid fungal diseases like botrytis.
- Pet-Friendly: Non-toxic to pets.