In almost any garden, fuchsias can add beauty and vitality to the garden. This plant has blooming flowers in colors including pink, red, purple, blue, orange, and white. The plant is usually grown from cuttings or previously planted seedlings rather than from seeds.
How to care for fuchsias is part of a series of tutorials on growing fuchsias. The tutorials also include starting planting, transplanting fuchsias into the garden, and daily care. If you want to know how To care for fuchsias, follow the production department to see the tutorial on growing fuchsias.
How to care for the fuchsia
1Keep plants moist. Normal rainfall usually provides more than enough water during the spring and fall months, but you may need to top up during the summer, especially if you live in a dry climate. The soil your plants are growing in should never dry out, so you need to check it daily. However, don’t overwater. If the fuchsia is soaked in water for a long time, the roots will rot and the leaves will fall off. - Water in the evening or morning to keep the soil properly moist. Don't water in the middle of the day when its hot.
2Add fertilizer. Plants need to be fertilized weekly for the first six weeks after being transplanted into the garden. Its also good to fertilize weekly during the summer and early fall. Fertilize after watering, using a soluble, balanced fertilizer made of equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. 3
4Be careful of pests and diseases. These plants do not attract many pests, but they do occasionally attract aphids. Aphids can be eliminated with a simple insecticide. Botrytis and rust are two of the main diseases that attack fuchsias, but they can usually be avoided as long as the plants don't get too wet. If a plant develops any disease, it can be treated with a fungicide.
5After the danger of frost has passed, do a more intense pruning. For those in the Northern Hemisphere, thats approximately March 15th to April 1st. Cut off side shoots around the edge of the container and snip off any weak stems.
6In winter, place mulch over plants. A little mulch can protect the soil from the cold. You only need a thin layer to keep the soil warm enough for the fuchsias to hibernate.
Materials that may be used
- Sharp knife
- Small pot
- Potting mix
- Spray bottle
- Garden hose
- Garden Trowel
- Compost
- Organic Fertilizer
- Fertilizer
- Pesticides and fungicides, as neededNeed
- mulch
DIY Tips
- If you have a mite problem in your garden then you may consider choosing from a variety of mite resistant fuchsias. Some of these varieties include Coral Baby, Fanfare, First Success and Alba.
Notes
- Use liquid insecticides and fungicides in the morning or evening. If you use these products when the sun is hot, it could cause the sun to scorch the leaves. You must also carefully follow the label directions on any pesticide to avoid using the wrong amount and harming your plants.
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