Fuchsia can be deciduous or evergreen shrubs or trees, rarely perennials, with pendent flowers. ‘Riccartonii’ is a medium-sized shrub with green foliage, oval in shape. The flowers are purple and crimson. It makes for a beautiful hedge, dripping with masses of the colourful blossoms. It can be pruned hard, will tolerate coastal exposure and is very attractive to bees. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.