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Passionfruit is a vigorous, climbing vine with a fast-growing, spreading habit and tendrils for support. It is well adapted to tropical and subtropical climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. This plant establishes readily from seed and is suitable for garden planting with trellises, fences, or arbors. Consistent warmth, moderate moisture, and good drainage support steady growth and development.
Features
- Fast-growing climbing vine with spreading growth
- Suitable for trellises, fences, and arbors
- Performs well in full sun environments
- Adapted to tropical and subtropical climates
- Requires support for proper growth
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Passiflora edulis
- Common Name (US): Passionfruit
- Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
- Growth Habit: Climbing vine
- USDA Zones: 9-11
- Planting Season: Spring to early summer
- Growing Season: Tropical to warm season
- Sowing Season: February to June
- Germination Time and Conditions: 10-25 days at 20-30°C
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Mature Plant Size: 4-10 meters vine length, spread varies
- Plant Spacing: 2-3 meters between plants
