Family Onagraceae
Originating from Central and South America

Fuchsia ‘Blacky’ is a small semi-upright shrub with extravagant double flowers on gently arching stems. The pink buds open to reveal frilly black petals and long, protruding stamens. The darkest of Fuchsias. Flowers from July through to late autumn. Reputedly not very hardy, ours survived winter 2012/11 outdoors with no protection.
Grow in moist but well-drained soil in part shade.

Mature height and spread after 1 – 2 years 50cm x 70cm