We're offering you a Fuchsia Lionita Double Rose-Blue Basket for £17.99, saving you up to 33% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £26.99 (correct as of 21.04.2026).

Burst of vibrant color

Add Vibrant Colour and Effortless Beauty to Your Garden

The Fuchsia 'Lionita Double Rose-Blue' is a striking perennial known for its spectacular double flowers in shades of vivid pink and purple. Specially cultivated for hanging baskets, this variety delivers a lush, cascading floral display that instantly brightens patios, balconies, and entrances.

• Botanical Profile: Fuchsias are beloved for their pendulous blooms and bushy growth habit. The 'Lionita Double Rose-Blue' variety features abundant double-layered flowers with bold pink outer petals and rich purple centres.
• Flowering Season: Expect prolific blooms from late spring through early autumn (typically June to September), ensuring months of colour.
• Mature Size: Grows vigorously in its 25cm basket, with trailing stems ideal for creating a full, eye-catching display.

Caring for Your Fuchsia 'Lionita Double Rose-Blue'

• Sunlight: Prefers partial shade to filtered sunlight; avoid harsh midday sun to prevent flower scorch.
• Watering: Keep compost consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during dry spells.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every two weeks during the growing season for best results.
• Pruning: Remove faded blooms to encourage further flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.
• Hardiness: Fuchsias are frost-sensitive; protect baskets from cold snaps or overwinter indoors in cooler regions (UK hardiness H2-H3).

Design Ideas & Companion Planting

• Create instant impact by hanging above patios or near entrances where the blooms can be admired up close.
• Pair with trailing lobelia or bacopa in mixed baskets for extended colour and texture contrast.
• Add to shaded seating areas or balcony railings for a burst of summer vibrancy.

FAQs

When is the best time to plant my Fuchsia basket?
The pre-planted basket is ready to hang outdoors after the last frost in spring.

How long will it flower?
This variety blooms continuously from June through September with proper care.

Does it need full sun?
No, it thrives best in partial shade or dappled sunlight. Avoid placing in strong midday sun.