How to care for your Fuchsia
Use these instructions to care for a Fuchsia. This guide will tell you how to water a Fuchsia; its light, temperature, humidity preferences and any additional care it might need to help it grow.
Fuchsia
Outdoors, the fuchsia plant thrives in a bright but shaded area. It can tolerate a few hours of morning sun, but avoid exposure to direct sun in the afternoon. As an indoor plant, keep your fuchsia in bright indirect sunlight.
Your Fuchsia is ready for watering when the soil volume is 25% dry. Remember not to allow the soil to go completely dry since Fuchsias like moist (not soggy) soil. If you keep your Fuchsia hanging indoors, you might need to water it daily, or check the soil on a daily basis to ensure that your plant gets enough hydration.
Fuchsias enjoy high humidity. Place a humidifier nearby or use a pebble tray. You can group your Fuchsia with other plants that love atmospheric moisture.
The Fuchsia plant enjoys temperatures between 55-80°F. Although some varieties can tolerate cooler temperatures, you might beware of fluctuations and keep your plant away from drafts and vents.
Fertilize your fuchsia plant once per month beginning in the early spring through the summer and early fall. Once the plant begins to bud, you can switch over to “bloom” formula fertilizers. No fertilizer is needed in the fall and winter seasons when growth slows.
Fuchsias are non toxic to humans and pets
The fuchsia plant is susceptible to pests, such as aphids or spider mites. Check your plant regularly for any signs of pests. Infestations may be treated with Insecticidal Soap or Neem Oil to help keep pests at bay, following the directions on the label.
