Fuchsia 'Gartenmeister Bonstedt'
Best heat-tolerant choice for gardeners wanting to attract local pollinators.
Fuchsia 'Gartenmeister Bonstedt' is a heat-tolerant variety known for its striking coral-red tubular blooms and attractive bronze foliage. Introduced in 1905, this plant was a favorite among collectors in the late Victorian era. It thrives in pots, filling them with handsome foliage and brilliant flowers throughout the summer and fall. Regular watering and fertilization are key to its vibrant display. This variety is also noted for attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it a lively addition to any garden or container setting.
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Price vs Category Average
-75%
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Shipped As
3.52.639.5
/ Pot: " h x " w ( fl oz)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, dramatic focal point
- Wildlife enthusiasts looking to attract hummingbirds
- Homeowners wanting long-lasting, continuous seasonal color
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in cold climates avoiding annual replanting
- Busy gardeners unable to maintain consistent soil moisture
- Gardeners with only harsh, full-sun planting locations
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Handles summer temperatures better than most delicate fuchsia varieties.
Pollinator Appeal
Tubular blooms act as a magnet for hummingbirds and local bees.
Visual Impact
Striking bronze foliage provides a sophisticated backdrop for coral-red flowers.
Container Suitability
Compact growth habit makes it an ideal candidate for decorative pots.
Maintenance Demand
Requires consistent moisture and feeding to maintain its vibrant display.
Bloom Longevity
Provides a reliable show of color from early summer through autumn.
Key Specs
Shipped As
Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Mature Size
2' h x 1.5' w
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Rich, moist, well-drained
Water Requirements
Medium Water Use
Soil pH
Acidic to neutral
Features
- Heat tolerant
- Fills pots with handsome foliage and brilliant flowers all summer and fall
- Attracts butterflies
- Attracts bees
- Attracts hummingbirds
- RHS Award of Garden Merit Winner
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the 'Fuchsia 'Gartenmeister Bonstedt' from Select Seeds for its exceptional quality and reliable performance. Many highlight the plant's robust health upon arrival and its vigorous growth, quickly establishing itself in gardens and containers. Gardeners appreciate its consistent, abundant display of unique orange red blooms and attractive bronze foliage throughout the season, often noting its resilience and ease of care. This fuchsia proves to be a dependable choice, delivering beauty and vitality with minimal fuss.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is significantly more heat-tolerant than many traditional fuchsias. While it handles warmer temperatures well, it still performs best when provided with consistent moisture and protection from the harshest afternoon sun.
At maturity, this fuchsia reaches approximately 2 feet in height and 1.5 feet in width. It is well-suited for containers or as a filler in garden beds, provided it has enough room for its foliage to spread.
It prefers rich, moist, and well-drained soil with an acidic to neutral pH. Using a high-quality potting mix for containers or amending garden soil with organic matter will help ensure the best growth.
Yes, you can expect a consistent display of coral-red tubular blooms from summer through fall. Regular fertilization and consistent watering are essential to maintain this continuous flowering cycle.
Absolutely. Its tubular flower shape is specifically attractive to hummingbirds, while the nectar-rich blooms also draw in butterflies and bees, making it a great choice for a pollinator-friendly garden.
It thrives in conditions ranging from full sun to partial shade. In extremely hot climates, providing partial shade during the hottest part of the day will help keep the plant from drying out too quickly.
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