Plant Care Hummingbird Fuchsia

Hummingbird Fuchsia

2.3 out of 5 (7 experiences)

Hummingbird Fuchsia has a Browns easily plant personality Browns easily
Hummingbird Fuchsia has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily

Also known as

Hardy fuchsia and hardy fuschia

Taxonomy

Fuchsia magellanica
Fuchsia
Onagraceae
Myrtales

How to care for Hummingbird Fuchsia

💦 Water

How often to water your Hummingbird Fuchsia

Water needs for Hummingbird Fuchsia
0.5 cups
every 9

Hummingbird Fuchsia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Hummingbird Fuchsia

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Hummingbird Fuchsia in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Hummingbird Fuchsia: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Hummingbird Fuchsia love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Hummingbird Fuchsia does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hummingbird Fuchsia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hummingbird Fuchsia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hummingbird Fuchsia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hummingbird Fuchsia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Hummingbird Fuchsia is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Hummingbird Fuchsia →

Common Hummingbird Fuchsia Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Hummingbird Fuchsia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Hummingbird Fuchsia Water Frequency →

Hummingbird Fuchsia Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hummingbird Fuchsia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Hummingbird Fuchsia Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Hummingbird Fuchsia Toxicity to Cats →


💨 Humidity

Hummingbird Fuchsia prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Hummingbird Fuchsia Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Hummingbird Fuchsia does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Hummingbird Fuchsia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Hummingbird Fuchsia →


💩 Fertilizer

Hummingbird Fuchsia is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hummingbird Fuchsia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Hummingbird Fuchsia Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Hummingbird Fuchsia

Hummingbird Fuchsia

Hummingbird Fuchsia


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Hummingbird Fuchsia has a Browns easily plant personality Browns easily 4
Hummingbird Fuchsia has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 3
Hummingbird Fuchsia has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 2
Hummingbird Fuchsia has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 1
@Mgrits65 avatar
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leaf-1 49 Plants
xp 4,327 XP
globe Athens, GA
09/21/2021

Definitely doesn’t like sun! I’ve struggled with this one and I have over 40 plants.

Browns easily Browns easily
@tsunrai avatar
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leaf-1 12 Plants
xp 260 XP
globe Glasgow, Scotland
06/17/2021

Doesn’t like sun for more than a couple hours!

Browns easily Browns easily
@Lunarlea avatar
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leaf-1 42 Plants
xp 3,158 XP
globe Denver, CO
06/12/2021

I’ve never seen a plant die as fast as this one did due to heat. This guy is fickle. I wouldn’t recommend in hotter locations

Browns easily Browns easily
@StringPlayer avatar
@@StringPlayer
leaf-1 81 Plants
xp 11,063 XP
globe Placerville, CA
05/19/2021

Smaller plant than standard fuchsias; flowers poke out from leaves so can be easily seen.

Blooms easily Blooms easily
@Rena avatar
@@Rena
leaf-1 22 Plants
xp 4,839 XP
globe Irvine, CA
05/06/2021

Buds fell off almost immediately

Browns easily Browns easily

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