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Q.Is a fuchsia an acid-loving plant.?

Zone 98367 | Anonymous added on August 9, 2020 | Answered

Large and bloomed well. On west side of house under cover and mostly sheltered from direct sun and weather.

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on August 12, 2020

Love fuchsias! I didn't find any research that said they needed acidic soil. Rather, a good, well draining potting mix. They are heavy feeders and you can use an 18-18-18 fertilizer at 1/2 strength once a week.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fuchsia/growing-fuchsia-flower.htm

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