Volcano Fuchsia (Fuchsia vulcanica) - Seeds - Profuse-blooming wild species from South America
€2,50
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Volcano Fuchsia (Fuchsia vulcanica) - Seeds - Profuse-blooming wild species from South America
€2,50
Pickup available at Bei der Kirche 3
Usually ready in 24 hours
Fuchsia vulcanica is an absolutely exceptional wild species, which differs significantly from the classic fuchsias on our balconies. It impresses with a graceful, upright and delicate growth as well as small, dark green leaves, which form a beautiful contrast to its rich floral display. The flowers themselves are a real eye-catcher: They feature slender, bright red to purple sepals and short, contrasting petals, which also feature fascinating orange accents. I particularly appreciate this species, because with its untamed, natural elegance it immediately brings a piece of wilderness into the garden or onto the balcony and also impresses as an extremely rewarding continuous bloomer.
Package contents: 10 seeds each
Sowing at a glance:
| Feature | Note |
| Pre-cultivation (indoors) | February to April |
| Sowing depth | Light germinator! Only sprinkle the seeds very thinly with fine substrate and press down gently |
| Germination temperature | 20 to 24 degrees Celsius |
| Germination time | 14 to 28 days (patience and even moisture are important) |
| Planting out | After the Ice Saints in mid-May |
Growth form, location and care:
The volcano fuchsia grows bushily and can reach a stately height of up to 1,5 meters with good care. Unlike many modern hybrids, it can tolerate a little more sun, but prefers a semi-shaded, sheltered and airy location – direct midday sun in midsummer should be avoided. The substrate must be humus-rich, nutritious and at the same time very well draining. I like to mix some perlite or fine pumice into the soil, to reliably prevent waterlogging, which fuchsias absolutely detest. During the main growing season in summer, it has a consistently high thirst. The soil should be kept constantly slightly moist, but never wet. An organic liquid fertilizer every two weeks optimally supports the lush flower formation.
Overwintering:
Like most wild fuchsias from South America, Fuchsia vulcanica is also not frost-hardy in our climate. However, it can be cultivated excellently as a perennial. Before the first frost, the plant is cut back by about a third and brought indoors to a bright, cool place at 5 to 10 degrees Celsius. Watering is greatly reduced during the winter months, but the root ball must never completely dry out. In spring it then shoots vigorously again.
Origin and naming:
Botanically, Fuchsia vulcanica belongs to the evening primrose family (Onagraceae). Its species name "vulcanica" is to be taken literally and refers directly to its spectacular home: The plant comes from the cooler, mist-rich mountain and volcanic regions of the South American Andes, especially in Colombia and Ecuador. There it grows wild on the moist slopes of the volcanoes, which not only gives it its fascinating name, but also explains its preference for even soil moisture and semi-shaded, airy locations in cultivation.
Return policy
My goal is for every customer to be completely satisfied with their purchase. If this is not the case, please let me know and I will do my best to find a solution with you.
A 14-day return policy applies.
Shipping
I will ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
Seeds: 1-3 business days
Plants: 2-5 business days
Please note the availability date for items that are available for pre-order.
General Safety Instructions
In general, all plants and seeds in my shop are not suitable for consumption. Without exception, all items are not sold as food.
Naturally, this does not apply to fruit and vegetables that are harvested by the customer after successful cultivation.
Some plants and seeds contain toxins. Keep out of reach of children and animals.