Technically, fuchsia plants are perennials, but depending on the climate they may behave more like annuals. As tropical plants, fuchsias will only survive the winter in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. If you live in a colder climate and want to keep your fuchsia plant alive over the winter, bring it inside before the first frost. Encourage dormancy by placing your plant in a dark location where the temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and only water once it once a month.