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fuchsia varieties nz

Looking for the most vibrant and unique fuchsia varieties NZ gardeners are loving? From native treasures to showstopping hybrids, fuchsias thrive in New Zealand’s mild climate, offering cascading blooms and lush foliage ideal for gardens, pots, and shaded corners. Whether you’re after groundcover types or upright shrubs, fuchsia varieties NZ deliver colour and charm nearly all year. Explore the diversity available and discover which fuchsia will best suit your space, be it a native selection for ecological planting or a modern hybrid for visual impact.

Fuchsia procumbens plant growing across the ground with green foliage and yellow-green flowers.

Fuchsia procumbens (Climbing Fuchsia)

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Fuchsia procumbens, commonly known as Creeping Fuchsia, is a low-growing, NZ native plant valued for its unique yellow-red flowers and ornamental berries. Ideal as a groundcover, it spreads gently over shaded or partially sunny spots and adds interest to garden beds, banks, or pots.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 5 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Wet
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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Fuchsia 'Patio Princess'

Fuchsia 'Patio Princess' is a compact, free flowering variety bred for containers and small garden spaces. It produces elegant pendant blooms in soft pink and purple tones over a long season. Thriving in NZ conditions, it is ideal for patios, hanging baskets, and borders where a tidy plant with continuous colour is desired.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
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Fuchsia 'Babette'

Fuchsia 'Babette' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are light purple...

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Fuchsia 'Mary'

Fuchsia 'Mary' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, red flowers from late spring until autumn...

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A stunning Fuchsia 'Pacquesa' plant for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Fuchsia 'Pacquesa'

Fuchsia 'Pacquesa' is a beautiful, free flowering shrub known for its elegant pendant blooms in soft pink and purple tones. This hardy plant thrives...

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Campanula 'Resholdt's Variety'

Campanula 'Resholdt's Variety' (Bell Flower) is a charming perennial known for its masses of soft blue bell shaped flowers that create a beautiful...

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Fuchsia procumbens variegata plant with variegated leaves and yellow flowers.
Fuchsia procumbens variegata (Trailing Fuchsia)

Fuchsia procumbens variegata is a rare and eye-catching NZ native groundcover with trailing stems and small, variegated leaves edged in cream. It...

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Fuchsia 'Waanrodes Silver Star'

Fuchsia 'Waanrodes Silver Star' is a standout variety valued for its variegated foliage and elegant pendant blooms in soft pink and purple tones...

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Fuchsia 'Winston Churchill'

Fuchsia 'Winston Churchill' is a classic, free flowering shrub known for its elegant pendant blooms in rich pink and purple tones. This hardy variety...

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Fuchsia 'Wakatipu'

Fuchsia 'Wakatipu' is a hardy, free flowering shrub known for its elegant pendant blooms in rich pink and purple tones. This NZ bred variety performs...

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Fuchsia Harbour Bridge purple flower with pink sepals.
Fuchsia 'Harbour Bridge'

Fuchsia 'Harbour Bridge' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are lavender...

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Fuchsia 'Lambert Henkelman'

Fuchsia 'Lambert Henkelman' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are...

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Fuchsia 'Flirtation Waltz'

Fuchsia 'Flirtation Waltz' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are light...

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Fuchsia 'Lauren Christina'

Fuchsia 'Lauren Christina' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are...

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Fuchsia 'Ernestine'

Fuchsia 'Ernestine' is a charming, free flowering shrub known for its elegant pendant blooms in soft pink and purple tones. This hardy plant thrives...

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Fuchsia 'Violetkoningin'

Fuchsia 'Violetkoningin' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are dark...

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Fuchsia 'Walz Jubelteen'

Fuchsia 'Walz Jubelteen' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, two toned pink flowers from late...

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Fuchsia 'Hartis Ballerina'

Fuchsia 'Hartis Ballerina' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, single flowers which are dark...

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Fuchsia 'Duke Of Wellington'

Fuchsia 'Duke Of Wellington' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are dark...

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Fuchsia 'White Marshmallow' double, white flowers with a soft-pink undertone.
Fuchsia 'White Marshmallow'

Fuchsia 'White Marshmallow' is a beautiful flowering shrub prized for its elegant white blooms that appear through the warmer months. The delicate...

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Fuchsia 'Pegasus'

Fuchsia 'Pegasus' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, semi double flowers which are blue and...

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Fuchsia 'Maik Luijten'

Fuchsia 'Maik Luijten' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are coloured...

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Fuchsia 'Princess Kaja'

Fuchsia 'Princess Kaja' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are violet...

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Fuchsia 'Blautopf'

Fuchsia 'Blautopf' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are blue and...

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Fuchsia 'Coquet Bell'

Fuchsia 'Coquet Bell' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, single flowers which are coloured...

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Correa 'Limelight'

Correa 'Limelight' (Australian Fuchsia) is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its soft green foliage and lime tinged creamy flowers that appear over a...

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Fuchsia 'Jomi Hemschoote'

Fuchsia 'Jomi Hemschoote' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are dark...

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Fuchsia 'Liberec'

Fuchsia 'Liberec' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are dark pink...

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Fuchsia 'Lambada'

Fuchsia 'Lambada' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, single flowers which are dark purple...

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Fuchsia 'Sam'

Fuchsia 'Sam' is a vibrant and reliable shrub that produces masses of colourful pendant flowers, adding bold interest to NZ gardens from late spring...

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Fuchsia 'Dorien'

Fuchsia 'Dorien' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, single flowers which are white with a...

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Fuchsia 'Mavora'

Fuchsia 'Mavora' is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, double flowers which are dark red and...

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Fuchsia procumbens (Climbing Fuchsia)

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Native Fuchsia Varieties NZ

One of New Zealand’s botanical gems is the wide selection of native fuchsias, prized both for their adaptability and striking flowers. Fuchsia procumbens variegata (Trailing Fuchsia) brings eye-catching variegated foliage and a trailing habit, making it perfect for hanging baskets and as groundcover beneath taller shrubs. If you prefer a more subtle touch, Fuchsia procumbens (Creeping Fuchsia) is a low-growing native species boasting delicate flowers and tolerance for coastal conditions, making it a go-to option for kiwi gardens aiming for ecological balance.

Another standout is Fuchsia perscandens (Scrambling Fuschia). This scrambling shrub offers masses of tubular flowers and grows well in shaded spots, often intertwining with other plants for a naturalistic effect. These native fuchsia varieties NZ are excellent for wildlife gardens, attracting pollinators and providing shelter for birds.

Hybrid and Imported Fuchsia Varieties

Modern breeders continue to innovate, producing fuchsia varieties NZ gardeners adore for their bold colours and reliable performance. Fuchsia 'White Marshmallow' stands out with large, pure white blooms that practically glow against deep green foliage. Its upright habit and long flowering period make it a favourite for pots, borders, and sheltered patios.

For those seeking something a bit different, Correa Limelight (Australian Fuchsia) is a close relative, boasting lime-green flowers and resilient growth. While technically not a true fuchsia, it’s often grouped with fuchsia varieties NZ gardeners use to fill shady spots and coastal gardens where other species might struggle.

Growing & Caring for Fuchsia in NZ Gardens

Fuchsias flourish throughout New Zealand, especially when planted in well-drained soil with protective shade from harsh midday sun. Most fuchsia varieties NZ require regular watering and thrive in sheltered environments where wind and frost are minimal. Feeding with a balanced fertiliser in spring helps produce abundant blooms. Pruning spent stems encourages bushier growth and prolongs flowering.

Adaptable to pots, hanging baskets, and as border plants, fuchsias are a top choice for both novice and seasoned gardeners. With the right care, they deliver spectacular colour, lush foliage, and can even attract native birds and bees.

Choosing Your Ideal Fuchsia Variety

From native groundcovers to hybrid shrubs, the range of fuchsia varieties NZ offers something for every gardening style. Mix native fuchsias with hybrids for layered, wildlife-friendly planting schemes, or spotlight them in containers for a burst of seasonal colour. Browse our collection and discover the perfect fuchsia for your New Zealand garden today.

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