This shrub has an upright habit with slender woody stems that form an open rounded crown. It has oblong mid-green leaves and the small pendant, pink-red tube-shaped flowers appear solitary during summer. 

Hardiness zones 8 to 11 

Fuchsia microphylla is naturally found from Mexico to Central America growing in woodlands tp the adjoining mountains in well drained, organic rich moist soil. It prefers a semi shaded protected position, but will tolerate a variety of conditions and is drought and frost tender. 

This Fuchsia is grown for its bushy habit and its flowers. It is planted in low shrub borders or as understorey filler. It is suitable for coastal or mountain regions establishing in 2 to 3 years. It is also planted in tropical gardens or around water features for a tropical effect. ID 2190

Fuchsia (FUKS-ee-a) microphylla (MY-kroh-FY-lah)

Onagraceae (on-uh-GRAY-see-ee)
Fuchsias, Evening Primrose Family