Crimson Passion Flower

Passiflora Vitifolia

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Overview

The Crimson Passion Flower, Passiflora vitifolia, graces landscapes with vivid red petals and striking stamens. This climbing vine, reaching lengths up to 20 feet, is ideal for trellises or walls, flourishing in full sun. Heart-shaped leaves measuring 3-8 inches provide a lush backdrop. It thrives in USDA zones 10-11, with fast growth and large, fragrant blooms up to 4 inches wide that attract hummingbirds and butterflies from summer to fall.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–10Climate Subtropical

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — fragrant blooms up to 4 inches wide that attract hummingbirds and butterflies from summer to fall

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — commonly known as the Crimson Passion Flower

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 10-11

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — The Crimson Passion Flower, Passiflora vitifolia, graces landscapes with vivid red petals and striking stamens

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — This climbing vine, reaching lengths up to 20 feet, is ideal for trellises or walls, flourishing in full sun

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — Heart-shaped leaves measuring 3-8 inches provide a lush backdrop

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — is an exotic and vibrant climbing vine that brings a tropical flair to any landscape

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Passifloraceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — fragrant blooms up to 4 inches wide that attract hummingbirds and butterflies from summer to fall

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — commonly known as the Crimson Passion Flower

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 10-11

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — The Crimson Passion Flower, Passiflora vitifolia, graces landscapes with vivid red petals and striking stamens

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — This climbing vine, reaching lengths up to 20 feet, is ideal for trellises or walls, flourishing in full sun

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — Heart-shaped leaves measuring 3-8 inches provide a lush backdrop

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — is an exotic and vibrant climbing vine that brings a tropical flair to any landscape

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — this species is renowned for its striking red blossoms that span approximately 3 to 5 inches across

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — with a set of three distinctive green

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — serving as a lush backdrop to the vivid flowers.<br><br>Flowering from summer into fall

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — the Crimson Passion Flower thrives in USDA zones 10 through 12

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — preferring full to partial sun exposure

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — ovate leaves that grow up to 6 inches long

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — Native to Central and South America

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — It's also moderately salt-tolerant

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — enhancing your garden's ecological diversity

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — It requires a supportive structure like a trellis or fence to showcase its climbing habit

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — potentially reaching heights of 15 to 20 feet and spreads of 6 to 8 feet

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — Well-draining soil is vital to prevent root rot

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — the Crimson Passion Flower is a host plant for various butterfly species

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — including the longwing butterflies

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — vine for full

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — consider its rapid growth and maintenance needs

Crimson Passion Flower (Passiflora Vitifolia) — Regular pruning will keep it in check and encourage denser foliage as well as more profuse blooming

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