86 gardener saves
Fuchsia: the varieties gardeners actually grow
We track 20 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Fuchsia varieties
Of 20 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedSanta Cruz Fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica 'Santa Cruz'
#2 most savedHardy Fuchsia 'Riccartonii'
Fuchsia magellanica 'Riccartonii'
#3 most savedDollar Princess Fuchsia
Fuchsia x hybrida 'Dollar Princess'
Upright Fuchsia
Fuchsia x hybrida 'Sanihanf'
Fuchsia
Fuchsia pinks 'Paint The Town'
Gartenmeister Fuchsia, Honeysuckle Fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica 'Gartenmeister'
Autumnale Hardy Fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica 'Autumnale'
Hawkshead Fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica 'Hawkshead'
Ruddy Rodney Fuchsia
Fuchsia magellanica 'Ruddy Rodney'
Old Berkeley Fuchsia
Fuchsia x hybrida 'Old Berkeley'
Fuchsia Dark Eyes
Fuchsia x hybrida 'Dark Eyes'
Creeping Fuchsia
Fuchsia procumbens
Browse all 20 Fuchsia varieties →
How to grow Fuchsia
What the Fuchsia varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 20 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Fuchsia year
- FertilizeApril–August100% of varieties
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during active growth.
- Winter PrepSeptember and October75% of varieties
Apply thick layer of mulch or cover if hard frost is expected.
- PruneFebruary and March65% of varieties
Lightly prune in late winter/early spring to remove dead or straggly growth.
- DeadheadMay–September55% of varieties
Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering until frost
- PlantApril and May50% of varieties
Plant transplants in spring after last frost or in early fall.
- Pinch TipsApril–June50% of varieties
Pinch growing tips early in the season to promote a bushy habit
- Check for PestsMay–August35% of varieties
Monitor for whiteflies and aphids, especially in humid conditions.
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
- Feed with balanced fertilizer monthly
- Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist 🌱
- Prune after flowering to shape the plant
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to full sun in hot climates
- Do not expose to full harsh sunlight in hot climates 🌞
- Refrain from fertilizing during dormancy ❌
What goes wrong with Fuchsia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky honeydew on leaves and distorted growth | Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Whiteflies | White flying insects and yellowing leaves | Use insecticidal soap or introduce natural predators |
| Whitefly | White flying insects and sooty mold | Use insecticidal soap or introduce natural predators |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Ensure well-drained soil and reduce watering |
| Root Rot | Wilting despite moist soil | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Botrytis | Gray mold on flowers and stems | Improve air circulation and remove affected parts |
Making more Fuchsia
Cuttings
- Select healthy, non-flowering stems in early spring.
- Cut 4-6 inch sections with clean scissors.
- Dip cut end in rooting hormone powder.
- Plant in moist, well-draining soil or potting mix.
- Maintain high humidity and indirect light for 6 weeks until roots form.
Seeds
- Sow seeds on moist seed-starting mix in early spring.
- Cover lightly with soil and keep warm and moist.
- Germination occurs in 2-4 weeks.
- Transplant seedlings after they develop true leaves.
Fuchsia questions
How many types of Fuchsia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 20 distinct Fuchsia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 86 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Fuchsia grow in?
Across its varieties, Fuchsia covers USDA Zones 6–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Fuchsia bloom?
Most Fuchsia varieties bloom in summer to fall, early summer, late spring to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Fuchsia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Fuchsia shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Fuchsia in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
