FUCHSIA FAERIE - Although the Fuchsia plant is not native to Ireland, the hedgerows of West Cork in southern Ireland are lined with this decorative evergreen shrub with its delicate, pendulous flowers which are borne in profusion throughout the summer and autumn months. A common sight in West Cork is a road or a "boreen" lined with these striking plants that can reach up to 10 feet high. A less common sight however is that of the Fuchsia Fairy. A cheeky playful creature, she looks after the plant, keeping it strong and healthy, clearing away dead leaves and ensuring it has enough water and food.