{"product_id":"fuchsia-coralle","title":"Fuchsia 'Coralle'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoralle Fuchsia \/ Fuchsia ‘Coralle’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eFuchsia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Coralle’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onagraceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden hybrid (South American ancestry)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen perennial shrub (often grown as a semi-deciduous perennial in hot climates)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA graceful, heat-tolerant fuchsia ideal for sheltered Adelaide gardens, \u003cem data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eFuchsia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Coralle’ produces long, tubular salmon-pink to coral flowers that cascade elegantly from arching stems for much of the warmer months. More sun-tolerant than traditional fuchsias, it thrives in part shade with protection from harsh afternoon heat and strong winds. Its soft green foliage may develop bronze tones in cooler weather or under stress, and while not fragrant, flowers have a light, fresh sweetness when handled. Perfect for hanging baskets, courtyards, shaded borders, and cottage-style planting where continuous colour is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6–1.0 m H × 0.6–0.9 m W (can be kept smaller with pruning)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: \u003c\/strong\u003eSoft green to mid-green leaves; can develop bronze or reddish tints in winter cold or strong light; not aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pendant salmon-pink\/coral tubular blooms from late spring through autumn; lightly sweet scent when handled\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long flowering season through warm months; attractive foliage with seasonal colour shifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for attracting pollinating insects and nectar-feeding birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate drought tolerance once established; Prefers cooler root conditions; heat tolerant with afternoon shade; Protect from hot northerly winds; Light frost tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 plants per m² for a leafy, flower-rich display; 0.5–0.7 m apart in borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally non-toxic to cats and dogs (mild stomach upset possible if eaten)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to bright filtered light; morning sun + afternoon shade ideal for Adelaide; avoid full-day summer sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining loam or sandy loam enriched with organic matter; avoid dry, exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 7–10 days in summer (more in heatwaves); minimal in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom; Light trim after flowering; hard prune in late winter\/early spring to rejuvenate; Mulch to keep root zone cool; Feed with balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring; avoid heavy fertilising in hot weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10+ years in sheltered, part-shaded SA gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suited to temperate and Mediterranean SA regions — best on Adelaide plains, foothills, shaded coastal positions, and courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to slightly acidic; tolerates mildly alkaline soils with organic improvement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging baskets, pedestal pots, and balcony planters for cascading flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaded cottage gardens, mixed borders, and sheltered courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderplanting for deciduous trees or pergolas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright accent plant for alfresco entertaining areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with hydrangea, clivia, heuchera, lamium, or ferns for cool-toned foliage contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003eFuchsia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Coralle’ brings elegant, coral-toned flowers for many months and thrives in the part-shaded, sheltered corners of Adelaide gardens where other flowering shrubs fade. With soft foliage, long seasonal colour and gentle care needs, it delivers reliability and romance in pots, hanging baskets and cottage-style plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48580113662204,"sku":"FUCH-CORA-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/fuchsia-coralle-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1764911493","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/fuchsia-coralle","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}