Fuchsias Short of Light

These etiolated (stretched) fuchsia cuttings are short of light for the temperatures at which they have been grown. This often happens at this time of year as light intensity falls quicker than temperatures.

The solution is to either move to a lighter place, or lower the temperature (this might have already happened as the autumn has progressed).

Etiolation is a common problem with window sills. And, unfortunately, it is not usually possible to remedy. Should this be the case, I would recommend leaving things for now, then cutting back the leggy growth in February when the light will be stronger.