This elegant trailing fuchsia produces a mix of beautifully coloured, pendant flowers in soft pinks, purples, reds, and whites, creating a delicate, cascading display. Fuchsia ‘Bella’ is perfect for adding movement and long lasting colour to hanging baskets and containers in sheltered outdoor spaces.
Fuchsia ‘Bella’ – Mixed Colour Trailing Fuchsia, commonly known as Fuchsia, is loved for its graceful, drooping blooms and extended flowering season. This mixed selection combines complementary colours for a full, balanced display, while its gently trailing habit makes it ideal for softening edges and creating a classic summer look.
Tender Perennial often grown as an annual in the UK
Trailing, Bushy, Long flowering
Flowers: June – October
Foliage: May – October
Scientific Name
Fuchsia ‘Bella’ (named after Leonhart Fuchs, a German botanist)
Common Name
Trailing Fuchsia
Origin
Hybrid cultivars bred from species native to Central and South America
Pruning Tips
Remove spent flowers and berries to encourage continuous blooming. Pinch out growing tips early to promote a fuller, bushier plant
Wildlife Value
Attracts bees and other pollinators
Positioning
Partial shade to dappled light in a sheltered spot. Ideal for hanging baskets, window boxes, and containers
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Do not allow to dry out, especially in warm weather
Soil
Well drained, fertile compost with good moisture retention
Food
Feed every 1 to 2 weeks during the growing season to support continuous flowering
Pet-safe
Generally considered non toxic to pets
Sprouts Top Tips
Perfect for soft, romantic displays in shadier spots. Keep well watered and fed for a full, cascading basket that flowers right through the season.
