Aesthetics & Flowering

The Fuchsia Bella® ‘Diana’ captivates with its simple, bicolored flowers: delicate, light salmon-pink sepals crown a violet corolla washed with rose-lavender hues. Rose-red stamens add a vibrant touch to the ensemble, all contrasting beautifully with dense foliage of a dark, glossy green. 

Morphology & Dimensions

• Habit: Semi-trailing and compact, suitable for hanging baskets as well as decorative pots. 

• Size: Typically reaches 30–35 cm in height and 35–45 cm in spread. 

• Flowering: Abundant and prolific, extends from June–July to September–October. p

Cultivation & Care

• Ideal Exposure: Morning sun to partial shade. Direct full sun in summer can be too intense. 

• Substrate: Rich, fresh, well-drained soil—light and fertile. 

• Watering: Regular, maintaining stable moisture without excess. 

• Fertilization: Nutritional applications every two weeks to support flowering. 

• Maintenance: Regularly remove spent flowers (deadheading) and lightly pinch if needed to encourage branching and prolong flowering. 

• Hardiness: Not hardy in cold climates. Grow as an annual or overwinter indoors (USDA Zones 9–11). 

Decorative Uses & Combinations

Ideal Applications:

• Aerial hanging baskets, elegant planters, or colorful patio compositions.

• Perfect as a "spiller" plant in mixed container plantings (thriller, filler, spiller style).

Combination Suggestions:

• Silver foliage (e.g., Dichondra 'Silver Falls') or light green foliage to highlight the pink and purple flower colors.

• Striking contrast with dark purple foliage such as certain coleus varieties ('Black Prince', 'FlameThrower').

• Harmonious with ferns, orange or pink heucheras, or light hostas for a natural and refined ambiance.

Summary

The Fuchsia Bella® ‘Diana’ is a true ornamental gem: delicate bicolored blooms, elegant habit, and ideal compactness for pots and hanging baskets. Easy to grow and prolific in flowering, it creates a refined presence that brightens shaded areas throughout the growing season.