As a rule of thumb, the best time to move a hardy fuchsia plant is when the leaves fall off and blooms are spent. However, transplanting fuchsia plants with foliage, and even with blooms intact, is often successful.

How do you transplant a fuschia plant?

Dig a hole into the newly prepared growing medium that is large and deep enough to accommodate the second divide. Carefully lower the root ball into the soil and backfill with the surrounding organically rich soil. Once again, gently tamper the soil to prevent the transplant from falling.

What time of year do you cut fuchsias back?

Prune your hardy fuchsias in late March or April once the new growth begins to show. In colder parts of the country, leave it until all risk of frost has passed. Using sharp secateurs to prevent damage, cut back every stem to a pair of leaf buds around 7cm to 10cm above the earth.