Description
The "Canberra Bells" cultivar of Native Fuchsia (Correa reflexa hybrid) stands out with its delightful bell-shaped flowers, a captivating fusion of deep reddish-pink complemented by a striking light yellow-green tip. This small shrub captures attention when in bloom from Djeran (Autumn) to Djilba (early spring), making it an enchanting focal point in gardens or as a container feature.
When planting "Canberra Bells" in the ground, a high-quality soil conditioner is recommended to enhance poor or sandy soils. It thrives in full to partial sun and requires regular watering. Nourish this beauty with a suitable native plant fertiliser during its flowering months of Djeran (Autumn) and Djilba (early spring) for best results.
| Botanical Name | Correa reflexa 'Federation Belle' x (reflexa x pulchella) 'Mannii' |
| Common Name | Salmon Correa, Native Fuchsia |
| Cultivar | Canberra Bells |
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Classification |
Small Natives |
| PBR Name | Canberra Bells |
| Origin | Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 70 cm - 1 M |
| Width | 50 cm - 1 M |
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Well-draining is imperative. Otherwise tolerant of most soil types. Appreciates some extra soil conditioner mixed in at planting. |
| Water Requirement | Keep watered during its first year. Once established is drought-hardy, but will perform better with regular water through hot weather. |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Deep reddish-pink top with a distinct light yellow-green at the tip. |
| Flower Time | Djeran (Autumn) to Djilba (Early Spring) |
| Toxicity | There is no record of Correa plants being toxic to humans or animals, though caution is advised as Correa appears to be poorly researched in this area. If it was toxic though it would be expected there would be reports online. |
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