- Light Requirement is Full Shade to Partial Shade
- Height 8-12 Inches
- Width 10-14 Inches
- Use as a thriller when using in containers
- Red & purple flowers perfect for hanging baskets!
- Growing Zones 9 - 10
Fuchsias add deep color in shadier spots of the patio or garden, and Shadow Dancers ‘Marcia’ will bring hummingbirds, butterflies, and birds to these spots too. The rich red and purple color of the unique hanging flowers likely will bring plenty of “oohs and ahhs” as well. Although these annuals add color and elegance to any area of the landscape, they really shine in hanging baskets, where flowers can drape softly over the sides.
Native to Haiti and other tropical areas, fuchsias can add bold colors in shady areas where many flowers underperform. The stunning two-part flowers with long stamens continue to bloom all summer and require no deadheading. Plant several in a mostly shady window box, a hanging basket on your patio, or in a featured area of the landscape. They reach no more than a foot high, so you can tuck them in nearly anywhere, but be ready for them to really stand out.
Shadow Dancers Marcia Fuchsia Care
With their tropical background, fuchsias love humidity, so they need consistent watering in summer; be careful not to let the plant dry out. Indoor fuchsias can gain humidity, especially in winter, with a wet tray of pebbles under the potted plant. Fertilize your fuchsia every 6 to 8 weeks with a diluted (half-strength) flower fertilizer.
Place your Fuchsia Shadow Dancers Marcia in a rich potting mix and set the pot or hang the basket where the plant receives all or partial shade. Bring potted fuchsias indoors when temperatures turn cool in fall. You can cut the stems back to about 6 inches long and place the pot in a basement or closet that is fairly dark but consistent in temperature. Water once a month while the plant is dormant, then take it back outside when days warm, and resume regular watering.
Shadow Dancers Marcia Fuchsia Spacing
If planting more than one fuchsia in a container or garden bed, space the plants about 8 to 12 inches apart. Each should then grow into an upright, rounded plant full of pink and purple blooms.
Shadow Dancers® Marcia Fuchsia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-10 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, Purple |
| Bloom Period: Planting To Frost |
| Foliage Color(s) Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 8-12 Inches |
| Spread: 10-14 Inches |
| Spacing: 8-12 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Use Types: Container, Houseplant, Landscape |
| Features: Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer, Deadheading Not Necessary, Pollinator Attractor |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Fuchsia hybrid USPP 13,760 |
| Common Name: Shadow Dancers® Marcia Fuchsia |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- FUCSMP
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