Veronica Ronica Fuchsia Rooted Cutting Liner

Veronica Ronica Fuchsia (also known botanically as Veronica Spicata, or colloquially as Spiked Speedwell) is native to Asia and northern Europe. This perennial plant has tall spikes covered in tiny fuschia flowers that bloom from late spring to early fall. This Veronica Spicata cultivar is disease resistant and particularly tidy in appearance. Veronica Ronica is a more compact and upright variety than others in the species, reaching about 14 inches tall and 16 inches wide. Most commonly, Spiked Speedwell is used in borders, butterfly gardens, and mixed containers. Pair this low-maintenance, long-blooming beauty in at border fronts or the center of mixed containers with Coreopsis Auriculata Nana, Leucanthemum Victorian Secret, Phlox Chattahoochee, Purple Fountain Grass, or any coneflower. Fuchsia also makes a wonderful cut flower.

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Fuchsia Selling Tips

Sell Fuchsia to your customers who are looking for a low-maintenance, long-blooming, colorful perennial to add to a border, container or added into a floral arrangement. This more upright, compact Veronica variety is easy to care for, attracts pollinators, does well in full sun or partial shade, and keeps a tidy appearance. It is disease resistant and has no serious pest problems. Its tall spikes of tiny fuschia flowers are long blooming, from late spring to early fall. It needs little more than consistent water to flourish.

1. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade 12-15 inches apart. Plant one starter plant per 2-gallon container, or 1-2 plants in larger mixed containers.
2. Allow sufficient spacing for airflow and do not overwater. Water about once a week, or more in extremely dry climates. Fertilize once a month during the summer.
3. Deadhead spikes to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back dead foliage in early spring before new leaves emerge.

General Growing Tips For Your Rooted Cutting Liner

For best results with Fuchsia, use well drained soil in full sun or partial shade with 100-150 ppm and a pH of 5.8-6.2. Plant one plug per 4-inch pot. We recommend spacing pots a few inches apart for airflow and light penetration. This plant does not require pinching. You can use one application of B-Nine if needed. No major pests affect this plant and is disease resistant.

Flowering

Fuchsia blooms June-August. Deadhead spikes to encourage continuous blooming.

Pinching

This plant does not require pinching.

Spacing

Space containers 4-6 inches apart for airflow and light penetration.

Height Control

If needed, apply 2,500 ppm B-Nine immediately after transplant to keep compact.

Pests

This plant is not affected by any major pests.

Disease

This plant is disease resistant and not prone to any significant diseases.

Planting Fuchsia Liners

Plant one starter plant per 4-inch pot in well-drained soil. Put the plug in the middle of the pot and completely cover the ellepot in soil.

Rooted Cuttings

Cuttings vary in size between different plant families. These rooted starter plants will arrive ready to be transplanted in to your final container. If they are to be used in a landscape application, you will need to establish them in a 4 inch pot or an 1801 before planting outside.

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