Just be sure to protect your plants from the hot afternoon sun, especially in warm climates,' such as US hardiness zone 9 and above. It is a good idea to remember to fertilize fuchsia plants ...

In the Lower Hudson Valley, hardiness zones vary from 6a to 7b. Garden centers like Down to Earth Living in Pomona have hardy cold-weather annuals and vegetables perfect for early spring planting.

Read more: 9 Birds You Do Not Want To See In Your Yard The hardy fuchsia is a deciduous shrub that you can grow in a shady spot in your yard. It will thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10 ...