- Light Requirement is Full Sun to Full Shade
- Height 24-30 Inches
- Width 28-30 Inches
- Use as a thriller when using in containers
- Rare variegated fuchsia!
Firecracker is a step up from many other fuchsias because it has beautiful variegated green leaves edged in white with just a kiss of pink. The 1 ½-inch long, trumpet-like orange-red flowers flare at their tips to invite hummingbirds, which can’t seem to resist fuchsia.
A 30-inch tall upright grower, Firecracker is perfect as a standalone in a pot or as the thriller in a mixed arrangement. Firecracker blooms from planting to a killing frost.
Fuchsia Firecracker Care
Grow Firecracker in the sun or shade in a container. Use a high quality potting mix, which is formulated for drainage, which is important for fuchsia. Firecracker has average water needs, so water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Deadheading (removing spent flowers) is not necessary.
Firecracker Fuchsia can be overwintered as a houseplant in a bright, sunny window. Keep an eye open for whitefly, which can be a pest on fuchsia.
Fuchsia Firecracker Spacing
A full, upright plant with a 30-inch spread, grow one Firecracker Fuchsia in a 12-inch pot. Because this fuchsia is tall, space out these plants more than typical and add fillers and spillers to create a lush full planting. Firecracker Fuchsia doesn’t usually do well when planted in the landscape. Consider placing a pot in the landscape where you’d like the look and color of Firecracker Fuchsia.
Fuchsia Firecracker Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Green, White |
| Flower Description: Green And Cream |
| Bloom Period: Planting To Frost |
| Foliage Color(s) Blue, Purple, Pink |
| Foliage Description: Orange |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade |
| Height Class: Tall |
| Height: 24-30 Inches |
| Spread: 28-30 Inches |
| Spacing: 20-24 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Use Types: Container |
| Features: Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Fuchsia hybri 'Firecracker' |
| Common Name: Fuchsia Firecracker |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- FUCFCP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations