Species purple passionflower Guide
purple, star-like flower with purple-yellow stigmas, long, purple-blue, ruffled corona filament

purple passionflower

Passiflora incarnata

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

White with purple crown Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Fruits:

yellow,purple,orange Fruits Ready In Summer

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Tropical:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The purple passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a tropical climbing vine that loves warm climates and moist, well-drained soil. In general, this plant requires moderate watering. It should be watered once or twice a week and allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. During periods of extreme heat, this plant may require more frequent watering every few days. In cooler temperatures and during winter dormancy, water less frequently and ensure the soil has fully dried out before the next watering.

sunlight

The purple passionflower requires full sun in order to bloom and bear fruit. For best results, it should be exposed to direct sunlight for 5 to 6 hours per day. If it does not receive enough sunshine, it will struggle to bloom. It does best when planted in an area that receives plenty of sun during the summer months and some relief during the winter.

pruning

Purple passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) should be pruned annually in the late winter or early spring. Pruning helps to rejuvenate the plant and promote more bloom in the summer. As with many plants, annual pruning encourages new growth when old growth becomes weak or overgrown. To prune a purple passionflower, remove any dead, broken or weak looking stems, as well as cutting a couple of the older and thicker stems back to a few inches from the soil.