Passion Flower. Very large sweet edible fruits follow beautiful large flowers. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers June to October. Fruits August to October. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Passiflora quadrangularis
Very large sweet edible fruits follow beautiful large flowers.
Category: Climbers
Additional information
Generic | Passiflora |
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Species | quadrangularis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Passion Flower |
Flower Colour | red, blue, white |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 3m |
Family | Passifloraceae |
Spread | 3m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, October |
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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