Passion Flower. Tasty sweet edible fruits. A large flowered variety. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers June to September. Fruits August to October. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Additional information
Generic | Passiflora |
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Species | edulis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Passion Flower |
Flower Colour | white, purple |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 2.5m |
Family | Passifloraceae |
Spread | 3m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, September |
Colour Fruit | yellow |
Fruits When | August, October |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Protect from frost |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide support |
Border | Climbing wall, Pot, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Thin out overgrown plants |
Pruning Time | Early spring |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | Top dress in spring, Mulch |
Propagation | Seed, Stem cuttings |
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