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Passiflora edulis

Family Passifloraceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 3 - 7.5 m (10 - 25 ft)
Spread
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The vine Passiflora edulis (edible-fruited passionflower) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early summer to late summer. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Passiflora edulis (edible-fruited passionflower) bears fragrant and showy fruit. This plant has showy and smooth stems. A specimen plant, Passiflora edulis (edible-fruited passionflower) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, fruit, specimen, screening, topiary, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics This vine attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Passiflora edulis (edible-fruited passionflower) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly. Where conditions are favourable, Passiflora edulis (edible-fruited passionflower) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.