Passiflora edulis
PURPLE PASSIONFRUIT
Passifloraceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tendril climber

Hardiness zones: 9b-12

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
5m

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Pruning: Train 2-3 stems from a young age to a support. Encourage horizontal growth. Remove old stems & over-vigorous shoots to their base after flowering.

 
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Passiflora edulis
PURPLE PASSIONFRUIT
Passifloraceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tendril climber

Hardiness zones: 9b-12

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
5m

FEATURES

Flowers: white & purple

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits cottage, mediterranean & tropical designs

Uses: pergola, trellis, informal screen

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: yes






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