Passionflower is arguably one of the most unique specimens of flora on the planet.
Blooms of this vine are flamboyant and complicated, with a large crown of corona filaments reaching from the stamen that make identification easy.
This genus also includes a whopping selection of more than 500 species separated into three main types: purple, yellow, and granadilla (red).
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Let’s learn more about this incredible addition to your garden, and the benefits of growing a plant that does double duty as both an edible and an ornamental!
What Is Passionflower or Passion Fruit?Passionflower is a semi-herbaceous, fruiting vine native to Latin America, but many varieties have been naturalized throughout other regions of the world.
In North America, for example, some varieties can be seen growing wild alongside woodland areas, in thickets, and from disturbed, fertile ground.
The majority of species in this genus grow best in regions where temperatures do not fall below 32°F.
However, even in areas where temperatures are lower, some varieties of this perennial will not die off entirely if temperatures remain above about 5°F, as the roots are very hardy and can be protected by mulching and covering.
Most successful cultivation occurs in regions where temperatures are between 60 and 90°F throughout the year, such as in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11 in the southern United States.
Flowers and fruit grow simultaneously, with blooms from spring through late fall, and fruit produced from May through August, in most regions.
This vine offers a wide range of color variations in its blooms,
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