Fuchsia (Fuchsia spp.) is a woody shrub that is grown as an annual plant in our region. It produces dozens of enchanting flowers on dangling stems that dance in the breeze.
Fuchsia make a great choice for tall containers and in hanging baskets. The flowers come in a range of reds, pinks, purples, and whites. There are hundreds of hybrids available of various color combinations with either single or double flowers.
They are native to the Caribbean and South America and are mainly hardy to Zones 10-11. Once the temperatures dip below 50 degrees during the day, they are finished blooming for the season.
They prefer part to full shade conditions and rich soils that are kept consistently moist—but not too soggy. They need regular fertilizing throughout the growing season. Fuchsia thrive in humidity and also don’t mind the hottest part of summer.
The flowers are beneficial for pollinators and are especially adored by hummingbirds.
Some varieties can be grown as houseplants and select hybrids like ‘Gartenmeister’ are semi-hardy in areas with mild winters.
Fuchsia: You Can Grow That!
The video was produced by Washington Gardener Magazine as part of our Plant Profile series for Mid-Atlantic USA gardeners.
Audio and text by Kathy Jentz
Video and editing by Brandie Bland
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