They probably will need potting up now, but they need to be kept in a greenhouse or indoors until the cold weather has largely disappeared (late April or early May), when they should be hardened off before going outdoors. All fuchsias are vulnerable to frost and cold through the roots when in pots, even if they're hardy in the ground.

And remember they should be potted into fairly small pots and potted on later if necessary - they do grow quickly once they get going. Do not firm the compost, fuchsias hate that, just tap the pot on the bench to settle it. After the first watering it will settle and you can then top up again if necessary. Best kept away from direct hot sun close to glass. Enjoy!

Up to you whether you contact Hywel for confirmation of the need to pot up, Nite...

Bamboo has given you the right information

I agree with Bamboo and Steragram :)

I've sent you a PM Rosierose...

No it isn't just you Rosierose.

Ooer!! I always firm mine in when re-potting, been doing it wrong all these years, perhaps that why they struggle sometimes, lol, learn something new every day.

As long as you don't do it too hard they'll be all right Sue. I firm them in slightly with my finger to stop them toppling over lol

Think I picked up the tip on here yonks ago Sue.Give it a try and see if it makes a difference.

Yes I will Stera, very pleased my ones from last year have just started to sprout new shoots so thats a plus, thanks Hywel, I'll try not to be too heavyhanded...

Thanks to all of you for your imput i have learnt a lot .

Thank you Hywel. I appreciate you weighing in.

Hmm, well probably not as much as I do, many thanks to Hywel, and Peterathome!

I don't think so, that's why I mentioned asking him.