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- Q.Fuchsias - Do they need to be cut back to 1 inch in spring?
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- Q.What Plant Food Do I Need To Feed My Fushia To Get It To Produce Flowers? I Have Lush Leaf Growth But No Flowers. - Is a formula of 20 10 10 the right formula?
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fixit.john on
November 7, 2016
9Q.Fuchsia planting
How do you plant Fuchsia dry seeds?
Answered by
Alisma on
November 7, 2016
Certified ExpertA.Soak the seeds in clean water for 24 hours. Plant the seeds in compost (compost intended for germination if available). Press them into the compost, but do not completely cover, since light is required for germination. Keep moist for three to four weeks (they are slow to germinate) and provide bottom heat if possible.
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- Asked by
otay on
November 15, 2016
R95X77EQ.fuchsia in the soil
I have several fuchsia varieties planted in my new garden. Would a fleece blanket protect them, or do I have to dig up and pot inside for winter? Thank you in advance. Olive in Kilkenny, Ireland.
- Answered by
Alisma on
November 15, 2016
Certified ExpertA.It looks like you are in a region where most fuchsia varieties can survive the winter outdoors. Yes, your plants can benefit from winter protection- a blanket or some mulch over the roots would help.
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March 21, 2017Q.fuchsias
Do they need to be cut back to 1 inch in spring?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 21, 2017A.Prune in early spring before the new growth appear.
Cut off all the dead and broken branches.
Prune any branches that cross over another.Prune for shape.
Pinch back new growth to create a busy plant.
Dead head the spent blossoms throughout the growing season.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fuchsia/fuchsia-winter-care.htm
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joa on
April 4, 2017
8Q.Fuchsias
What pH do fuchsias do best in and how close should you plant starts?
- Answered by
Liz Baessler on
April 4, 2017
Certified ExpertA.Fuchsias like neutral soil with a pH right around 6. You can put between 3 and 5 starts in a good sized pot to make for a full display that still has good air circulation. You can read all about it here: http://extension.wsu.edu/clark/wp-content/uploads/sites/36/2014/02/Fuchsia.pdf
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Anonymous on
April 12, 2017Q.Fuchsia plant
We live in a high-rise condominium and would love to grow a fuchsia plant on our enclosed balcony facing south. Would that be possible?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 13, 2017A.Fuchsia need a semi shady location and not to warm of an area. Fuchsia also need protection form wind.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fuchsia/growing-fuchsia-flower.htm
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jbwoj on
April 17, 2017
Green Valley AZQ.Fuchsia plants
Will they grow in AZ?
- Answered by
Alisma on
April 18, 2017
Certified ExpertA.Fuchsia plants may be able to grow in Arizona, but they'll need protection during the hot times. It is probably best to grow them in baskets in partial shade, and potentially move them indoors on hot days.
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Geri9 on
April 17, 2017
Sacramento, CaliforniaQ.What plant food do I need to feed my fushia to get it to produce flowers? I have lush leaf growth but no flowers.
Is a formula of 20 10 10 the right formula?
- Answered by
Alisma on
April 18, 2017
Certified ExpertA.It's best to switch to a balanced fertilizer (with the same amount of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) such as 10-10-10, to promote blooms.
Fuchsia blooms on new growth from the same season, so a dose of a nitrogen-heavy fertilizer (like 20-10-20) is sometimes recommended to get the growth started at the beginning of the season. But if your fuchsia has already produced lush leaf growth this season with no flowers, it might actually have too much nitrogen, which can inhibit flowering.
Here are some other possibilities for why your plant may not be flowering:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fuchsia/no-fuchsia-blooms.htm
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