Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb'

Name: Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb'
Brand: AcquaGarden
SKU: CL-QUTZ-DIAB-1
Price: 8.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Flowering

Ornamental

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is a compact, hardy variety that produces abundant, double flowers in shades of pink and purple. It is easy to grow and perfect for adding vibrant colour to your garden. Check out more from our Fuchsia Plants collection.

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Type:

Plugs 9cm Pots 1 Litre Pots

Size:

4 x Plug Plants 8 x Plug Plants 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots 1 x 1 Litre Pot 2 x 1 Litre Pots

Details

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is a delightful compact variety known for its abundant, double flowers in shades of pink and purple. It is perfect for adding a splash of colour to garden beds, borders, and containers.

Grows best in partial shade to full shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces vibrant flowers from summer to autumn
Compact and hardy, suitable for small spaces

What's Included

Plugs: Start with a pack of strong seedlings. They have robust roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts.

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Well drained
Planting Time	Year round
Moisture	Moist
Hardiness	Semi-hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	45cm x 45cm
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is a beautiful compact variety that adds vibrant colour to any garden. It is known for its abundant, double flowers in shades of pink and purple.

Grows best in partial shade to full shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces vibrant flowers from summer to autumn
Compact and hardy, suitable for small spaces

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is a beautiful compact variety that adds vibrant colour to any garden. It is known for its abundant, double flowers in shades of pink and purple.

Grows best in partial shade to full shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces vibrant flowers from summer to autumn
Compact and hardy, suitable for small spaces

Planting Time:	Spring to Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Partial Shade to Full Shade
Where to Plant:	Hanging Baskets - Window Boxes - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Partial Shade to Full Shade
Where to Plant:	Hanging Baskets - Window Boxes - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Choose a partially shaded to fully shaded area for Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb', whether in garden beds, borders, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Fuchsia needs partial shade to full shade, so choose a spot with limited direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; ensure good drainage

Choose a partially shaded to fully shaded area for Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb', whether in garden beds, borders, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Fuchsia needs partial shade to full shade, so choose a spot with limited direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; ensure good drainage

Choose the Right Spot:	A partially shaded to fully shaded location
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A partially shaded to fully shaded location
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is easy to care for and adds vibrant colour to your garden. With good shade and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying beautiful, double blooms.

Water frequently, especially in hot weather, until established
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water if needed
Mulch annually to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' is easy to care for and adds vibrant colour to your garden. With good shade and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying beautiful, double blooms.

Water frequently, especially in hot weather, until established
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water if needed
Mulch annually to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs partial shade to full shade
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs partial shade to full shade
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' bloom?

Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' blooms from early summer to autumn, providing a continuous display of vibrant flowers.

What are the ideal growing conditions for Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb'?

It thrives in moist, well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. It is hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

How tall and wide does Fuchsia 'Tom Thumb' grow?

This compact, upright shrub grows to a height and spread of approximately 30cm (12 inches), making it ideal for borders, rock gardens, and containers.