The fuchsia genus includes more than 100 flower species, all known for their vibrantly colored blossoms that hang from glossy green shrubs. Gardeners prize the plant both as an outdoor accent piece or indoor houseplant. Several management principles and strategies can encourage the fuchsia plant to produce more flowers by providing it with the nutrients and growing environment it needs to thrive.
Plant your fuchsias in light shade. Too much sun scorches the plants and causes a drop in flower production as the plant becomes stressed. Clemson University recommends planting fuchsias outdoors in an area that's shaded in the afternoon. If grown as houseplants, Clemson University suggests placing the plant near south-, west- or east-facing windows.
Water the plant's roots and foliage. Fuchsias require moderately moist growing conditions for proper flower development, and a humid environment to keep the flowers looking their freshest. Water whenever the soil surface feels dry to the touch, and mist the plant's foliage and blossoms once or twice a day.
Fertilize the fuchsia weekly. A boost in nutrients gives the plant the energy it needs for more flower production. Fuchsias are heavy feeders, and insufficient fertilization will cause a drop in blossoms. Washington State University recommends a 20-20-20 fertilizer product. Apply it according to its labeled guidelines, since potency varies by product.
Pluck off any wilted or dead blossoms, using your fingers or pruning shears. This encourages the plant to direct its energy to producing new flowers. Scatter the snipped flowers around the base of the plant where they can decompose and add nutrients back to the soil.