Harvesting of the fruits from the species Passiflora caerulea typically begins in July and continues through September.
blue passionflower
Passiflora caerulea
Also Known As - passion vineThe blue passionflower (Passiflora caerulea) is a vibrant and exotic vine that bears unique flowers with delicate filaments that look like royal crowns. This quixotic plant is native to the tropics of South America, and can usually be found twining around trees or other tall objects. The flowers are five-petaled and several inches across, with striking petaliferous corona radiating outwards like a pinwheel. Its three-lobed leaves are lightly serrated and make the perfect frame to the flower's extraordinary beauty. Blue passionflower deserves its name and is an excellent choice for adding a lush, tropical look to the garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 9
Flowers:
Blue Flowers In Summer
Sun:
full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
blue,yellow,purple,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Invasive:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Blue Passionflower (Passiflora caerulea) should be watered moderately, about once a week in the summer months and every other week in the winter months. The soil should be kept slightly moist but not too soggy. The amount of water depends on the temperature, the size of the plant, and the type of potting soil you use. Ensure the soil is well aerated to prevent root rot. In summer, water the plant once a week with approximately 2-3 cups of water. In winter, water the plant at most every 2 weeks with up to a cup of water. Always check the soil for moisture before watering and adjust accordingly.
sunlight
Blue passionflower requires full sun for best growth and flowering, which is defined as at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, with more light being better. Blue passionflower does best when provided with long days of sunlight during the summer months, but it will tolerate some short days during the winter.
pruning
Blue passionflower should be pruned twice per year, once in mid-spring and again in late summer. Pruning in spring should be done to shape the overall structure of the vine, while pruning in summer should primarily be done to keep growth in check and to reduce the possible spread of disease. When pruning blue passionflower at these times, it is important to remove up to 1 third of the shoots and about 15-20% of the older branches. Pruning any more than this can risk damaging the plant and stunting its growth.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
The blue passionflower typically begins flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
Starts Flowering
The blue passionflower typically begins flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of the fruits from the species Passiflora caerulea typically begins in July and continues through September.
