The beautiful flowering plants originally come from the rainforest regions of the Andes, where they thrive on the edge of the rainforest, in the light shade of tall trees and in high humidity, especially at altitudes of up to 3000 meters above sea level. We should also create similar growth conditions in this country so that the blooming splendor of the exotic fuchsias can unfold properly.
Fuchsias do not tolerate too much direct sun
Fuchsias prefer light to semi-shady locations
As in their natural habitat, fuchsias like light to light shade, but not direct sunlight. Really shady places are also unsuitable, as the plants will only rarely develop their full bloom there. Locations on the western or eastern side of the house (or on balconies facing west or east) are well suited, but also to the south - the latter only if the plants are planted in the shade of trees or similar. In general, fuchsias are great as underplanting, as long as it doesn't get too dark.
Sun tolerant fuchsias
Although it is always said that fuchsias should not be placed in full sun, some fuchsia species and varieties are generally much less sensitive to sunny locations. The rule of thumb is: the lighter the color of the flowers, the sunnier the location can be.
Properly care for fuchsias in sunny locations
However, fuchsias need to be cared for particularly intensively in sunny locations. This is because the relative insensitivity to the sun applies to the aerial parts of the plant, but not to its roots. Fuchsias must not dry out, nor should their roots heat up. For this reason, fuchsias should be mulched in sunny places (this prevents both drying out and overheating) and kept evenly moist.
tips
If you cultivate your fuchsias as houseplants, place them in a light but not sunny location. Places directly above a heater should also be taboo due to the risk of overheating and drying out for the roots.