White Flower Farm
Fuchsia magellanica 'Grand Cape Horn'
Best hummingbird-friendly perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting seasonal color.
Fuchsia magellanica 'Grand Cape Horn', commonly known as Hardy Fuchsia, is celebrated for its long blooming season, attracting hummingbirds with its dainty, tubular blossoms of deep rose pink and purple dangling from dark pink stems. This variety offers bright color from midsummer into fall. In mild climates, it functions well as an informal hedge, but elsewhere, it dies back annually like a perennial. It thrives in partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun, and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is a superb choice for seasonal landscape accents, containers, hanging baskets, or borders, providing consistent visual interest throughout the warmer months.
$16.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1768
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#1768 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
SKU
29331
/ S
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, fuss-free landscape plants
- Gardeners in cooler climates seeking reliable perennial shrubs
- Pollinator enthusiasts hoping to attract hummingbirds to their garden
Who should skip it
- Hands-off gardeners looking for plants that require zero maintenance
- Gardeners with only full-sun, high-heat planting locations
- Pesticide-averse growers unwilling to monitor for common garden pests
Performance breakdown
Bloom duration
Consistent color production from midsummer through the first autumn frosts.
Pollinator appeal
Tubular blossoms act as a reliable magnet for local hummingbird populations.
Maintenance requirements
Minimal upkeep needed to keep the plant thriving throughout the season.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, hanging baskets, or informal garden hedges.
Hardiness range
Reliable in zones 6-9 with proper mulching for colder winter protection.
Visual impact
Striking rose and purple contrast provides high-impact seasonal landscape accents.
Key Specs
SKU
S29331
Hardiness Zone
6-9
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Blooms In
July through September
Mature Height
24 inches
Spacing
36 inches
Ships as
1 PINT 28.86 CU IN.
Features
- Produces dainty, tubular blossoms over a long season from midsummer into fall.
- Attracts hummingbirds.
- Can be overwintered outdoors in Zone 6 if heavily mulched.
- Suitable for use as an informal hedge in mild climates.
- Performs well in containers and hanging baskets in colder regions.
- Requires zero special maintenance according to user reviews.
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the 'Grand Cape Horn' upon arrival, noting the plants are healthy, well rooted, and ready for immediate planting. The primary theme is reliability; this fuchsia establishes quickly and demonstrates impressive hardiness, often thriving in zones where other varieties struggle. Gardeners celebrate its vigorous growth habit and the stunning, abundant display of deep crimson and purple blooms throughout the season, confirming its strong value proposition.
Know before you buy
Yes, 'Grand Cape Horn' is hardy in Zones 6–9. If you are in Zone 6, it is essential to apply a heavy layer of mulch in late autumn to protect the roots through the winter.
In mild climates, it may persist as a woody shrub. However, in most regions, it will die back to the ground annually and re-emerge as a perennial in the spring.
Absolutely. This variety performs very well in containers and hanging baskets, which is an excellent strategy if you live in a colder climate and need to move the plant to a protected area for winter.
It thrives in partial shade but can tolerate full sun, provided the soil remains consistently moist. If you live in an area with intense summer heat, afternoon shade is recommended to prevent the plant from drying out.
Yes. The tubular shape and vibrant color of the blossoms are specifically attractive to hummingbirds, making this a reliable choice for supporting local pollinators from midsummer through fall.
For an informal hedge, space your plants 36 inches apart. This allows enough room for the mature 24-inch height and width to fill in without overcrowding.
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