Most hardy fuchsias come from South America, although there are species from New Zealand and Tahiti, as well. The hardiest fuchsias are hybrids of Fuchsia magellanica, native to Chile and Argentina.

The PNW has the perfect climate for cultivating hardy fuchsias as garden-worthy plants and not just seasonal décor. According to Margelony, fuchsia people around here define hardiness as a plant ...

However, some types, such as Fuchsia magellanica or hardy fuchsia and its hybrids, will survive in zones 6 and warmer, though ...

Ten emails later, she finally got him to understand the concept of a hardy fuchsia. "It's confusing," says Detweiler. "People take it to mean they're easy to grow, unfussy, but don't think about ...

That leads me to my problem. Can I prune back my hardy Fuchsia magellanica now to make it small again? I already see signs of new growth. -- S.S., Sumner MB: Prune away and make your shrubby ...