Fuchsia - Magellanica
Taken at Glenashdale on 16th August 2016 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode.
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Fuchsia - Magellanica.
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AKA: 		Fuchsia magellanica.
Myrtales.
Onagraceae.

Hummingbird fuchsia, Hardy fuchsia.
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 Fuchsia magellanica is widely cultivated by plant nurseries and gardeners as an ornamental plant. Its used for planting in temperate and subtropical gardens and within conservatories, and for containers on patios,balconies, and sunny houseplant positions.
The plant blossoms profusely over a long period with many small and tubular pendent flowers, in brilliant shades of red and purple, softer shades of pink and lavender, and some in white.
Up to 3 mts in frost free climates. 1.2 - 1.5 mts where colder.