Passiflora 'Purple Haze'
purple passion flower
Impressively large (up to 10cm across), exotic-looking flowers appear from midsummer on the slender stems of this semi-evergreen...
9cm pot | 30cm cane
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Plant description
Impressively large (up to 10cm across), exotic-looking flowers appear from midsummer on the slender stems of this semi-evergreen tendril climber. The flowers have a light scent and are sought-after by pollinating insects. It will be happiest on a sheltered wall where it gets some protection from the worst of the winter weather. Alternatively grow it in a cool conservatory or greenhouse.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Passiflora Purple Haze:
Choose three to five of the strongest shoots, tying them in to horizontal wires. Once the plant is established, cut back the flowered shoots immediately after flowering to within two or three buds of the permanent framework of the plant. In spring remove dead, misplaced or overcrowded stems.
Please note:
This climber is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
