Hi Marene

There are a number of ways to keep Fuchsias over winter, have a look at my link, the last part of this section regarding 'Burying Plants' should help or at least give you an alternative.

Tight....

Here is a link that might be useful: Over wintering Fuchsias

I just bring mine inside, prune once they're done blooming, remove and replace 1/3 or so of the dirt, and treat them like houseplants. They've been thriving for years--

elvis,
Do you bring your's inside like where it's warm, and where there is some light, or do you put them in a basement.