Passion Fruit

Passiflora Edulis

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Overview

Passiflora edulis, the Passion Fruit, is a vigorous vine famed for its aromatic round fruits, about 1.5-3 inches wide. It boasts intricate purple and white flowers, measuring up to 3 inches across. This perennial prefers a sunny spot with well-drained soil and reaches up to 20 feet. It requires a sturdy trellis for support and can provide a tropical feel to landscapes. USDA zones 9-11 are ideal for growth.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–10Climate Subtropical

Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis) — This perennial prefers a sunny spot with well-drained soil and reaches up to 20 feet

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Passifloraceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis) — vine for full; offering a tangy tropical flavor, they are a superb choice for fresh eating, juices, or desserts, image 92

Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis) — It boasts intricate purple and white flowers, measuring up to 3 inches across; serving as a lush backdrop for, image 94

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