Bolivian Fuchsia
Getting started -
Use a pot about 5-6 inches wide. Transplant gently to avoid damaging the delicate roots. Use well-drained soil. A typical mix is 2 parts
quality potting soil Watering - Fuchsia boliviana likes moist soil, but it shouldn't be constantly soggy either. Never let the pot dry out. Light - Fuchsia boliviana prefers bright shade or filtered sunlight. Some weaker sun is fine, but protect it from strong sun. Feeding - Your Fuchsia likes average fertilizing. Feed about every 2-3 months with a general-purpose fertilizer that contains micronutrients, following the dose on the package. Climate -- It comes from cool cloud forests, where it doesn't freeze, but it also doesn't get very warm. It might not thrive in areas that regularly get above 85° F (29°C) and nights are warm. If other Fuchsias grow in your area, you should be able to grow this one. In warmer conditions, keep the pot shaded, perhaps by placing it inside a second pot made of clay. Adult plants can only handle a few degrees of frost. Protection from freezing temperatures is highly recommended. Over about 40% humidity is best. Indoors, if it seems to suffer from low humidity, consider using an ultrasonic room humidifier. If you have questions, feel free to message me. Have fun growing it! Jeff Strange Wonderful Things
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to 1 part perlite. The first
2 weeks after repotting, give it no
fertilizer or direct sun. Try to keep it in moderate temperatures (cool
nights are ok).