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Passiflora vitifolia

Family Passifloraceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level
Height
Spread
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Passiflora vitifolia (perfumed passionflower) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, multi-coloured bright yellow and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to mid-fall. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Passiflora vitifolia (perfumed passionflower) bears aromatic and showy fruit. A specimen plant, Passiflora vitifolia (perfumed passionflower) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, culinary, specimen, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics This vine attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Passiflora vitifolia (perfumed 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 vitifolia (perfumed passionflower) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.