Hybridized in Germany long ago within the 19th century by Karl Bonstedt, crossing F. tryphylla with F. corymbiflora. It was introduced in 1894, 120 years ago!
Fuchsia Mary
Beeing a typicla Tryphylla Hybrid, nonetheless this Fuchsia had and still has many admirers. It is very well known and therefore available in specialized nurseries as Rosi Friedl, Michiels and Guttman, these all described in this blog.
It is not always granted that this hybrid, even overwintered at more than 6°C, does grow lush and shows its blossoms. But, if that happens, Fuchsia-Maniacs like me cannot have enough of it. Within my garden this hybrid is tolerant of direct sunlight, wind and rain and was not receptive for illness and vermin. But the growth is quite slow.
I can not imagine to give up this special Fuchsia ever. This is really a very special beauty!
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