Northwest Blooms · Shrubs
Fuchsia 'Minnesota'
Minnesota Fuchsia
- Family
- Onagraceae
- Height
- 1 to 2 feet
- Width
- 1 to 2 feet
- Flower color
- White to blush sepals with fuchsia-purple petals
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Summer to fall
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low to moderate; regular deadheading to promote continuous blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 6 to 10
- Wildlife
- Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
About this plant
Fuchsia 'Minnesota' is a hybrid variety that blooms from late spring through fall, producing elegant, pendulous flowers with white to blush sepals and rich fuchsia-purple petals. These delicate flowers contrast beautifully and are highly attractive to hummingbirds, providing vibrant color in the garden throughout the warmer months.
Developed from various Fuchsia species, 'Minnesota' is known for its reliable flowering and adaptability. Its upright growth habit makes it well-suited for garden beds, containers, or hanging baskets, where it can be featured as a colorful addition. The plant's long blooming period and ability to thrive in a range of conditions make it a popular choice for many gardeners.
Works well in
Shade Gardens · Containers · Pathways & Walkways · Hummingbird Gardens
Companion plants
Sarcococca · Rodgersia · Cyclamen · Fatsia · Lungwort · Primrose
Design tip
The white-to-blush sepals give ‘Minnesota’ a softer appearance than the strongly red-sepaled fuchsias, while the rich purple centers provide enough contrast to keep the flowers prominent. Pair it with burgundy or deep green foliage and create a more refined shade combination.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen at the Point Defiance Zoo Botanical Gardens.
