Fuchsias Collection – 600+ Varieties
Explore France's largest fuchsia collection: over 600 varieties available online, from hardy perennials tolerating -15°C to rare hybrid cultivars. Generous blooms from April to the first frosts, suited to all gardens, terraces and balconies. Carefully selected and grown by Fuchsia Delhommeau in Loire-Atlantique, France.
At Fuchsia Delhommeau, our collection features more than 600 fuchsia varieties — the largest collection in France. Exceptional colours, surprising flower shapes, and generous blooms: there is a fuchsia perfectly suited to your garden, terrace or balcony.
What is a fuchsia plant?
The fuchsia belongs to the Onagraceae family, native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America. French botanist Charles Plumier, commissioned by King Louis XIV, was the first to scientifically describe the plant in the 17th century — he named the genus "Fuchsia" in tribute to his mentor, the German botanist Leonhart Fuchs.
Today, fuchsia has become one of the most popular flowering plants in European gardens, celebrated for its spectacular and long-lasting blooms, from April right through to the first frosts.
The different types of fuchsia
Hybrid fuchsia
The hybrid fuchsia is the most common variety. Easy to care for, it produces abundant flowers that can be single or double, tubular or bell-shaped, small or large. It is perfect for window boxes, hanging baskets and flower beds.
Hardy perennial fuchsia
Perennial fuchsias are exceptionally resilient — certain varieties can withstand temperatures as low as -15°C by dying back and re-sprouting from their rootstock each spring. They bring lasting structure and colour to your garden year after year. To find out which varieties are the hardiest, visit our page does the fuchsia fear frost?
How to plant and grow a fuchsia
What exposure does a fuchsia need?
Fuchsias thrive in partial shade: morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal. Avoid full sun all day, which stops flowering and dries out the plant. During heatwaves, move your potted fuchsias to the shade of a tree and favour misting the foliage rather than excessive watering at the base. Variegated and Triphylla Hybrid varieties tolerate heat and drought better than most. For all our exposure advice, visit our page where to plant your fuchsia.
When should you plant a fuchsia?
Planting is best done in spring, once the risk of frost has passed — ideally before mid to late April to give the plant time to gradually acclimatise to the summer sun. Planting after mid-May requires some temporary shading for a few weeks.
What type of soil does a fuchsia need?
Fuchsia grows well in most soils, but particularly favours cool, light, well-drained and enriched ground. For successful overwintering, the soil must be loose and free-draining — avoid heavy clay soils where water stagnates and encourages root rot during winter.
Frequently asked questions about fuchsias
Is fuchsia a perennial or an annual plant?
Fuchsia can be both, depending on the variety. Hardy perennial fuchsias regrow from their rootstock every year and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C — however, a hardy fuchsia in a pot that is not overwintered under cover will not survive frost, as its roots around the container will freeze. Non-hardy hybrid varieties are generally grown as annuals in regions with harsh winters.
How do you overwinter a fuchsia?
For non-perennial fuchsias in pots, bring them indoors to a frost-free, bright space before the first frosts. Stop feeding from late summer, keep the soil moist but not wet, and do not prune before winter — the dry leaves protect the rootstock. Pruning is done in spring, before new growth begins. For in-ground fuchsias, a layer of bark or dry leaves 7 to 8 cm deep effectively protects the rootstock. Find all our detailed advice on our page does the fuchsia fear frost?
Which fuchsia variety is best for beginners?
For a first fuchsia, we recommend the Fuchsia Blue Sarah: its unique blue colour, robustness and ease of care make it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.
How long does a fuchsia flower?
Outdoors, fuchsias typically flower from April through to the first frosts — up to 7 months of colour. By placing a forcing fleece over your plants in spring, you can gain several extra weeks of flowering and protect them from late frosts. In a heated indoor environment, some varieties can bloom all year round.
Want to learn more about growing fuchsias? Browse all our practical advice in our complete guide: how to grow your fuchsia, written by our team of passionate growers.