Passion flowers (Passiflora) impress with their extraordinary flowers that bloom in magnificent colors. The climbing plant from the passion flower family (Passifloraceae) originally comes from the warm climates of South America, but also thrives in the home garden. The plant family is very diverse with around 500 members.
How do you plant passion flowers correctly?
To plant passionflowers, choose a sunny, protected location and use loose, nutrient-rich, slightly clayey soil. Plant 50 cm apart and provide climbing aids. The flowering period is from June to September.
Which location does the passion flower prefer?
Passiflora feels most comfortable in a location that is as sunny and protected as possible. However, the plant should be protected from the midday sun.
How is the passion flower planted/sown?
You can get the passion flower seeds from specialist retailers or get them from a passion fruit available in the supermarket - this is also a member of the passion flower family. From January onwards, the seedlings can be grown on the windowsill or in the greenhouse and are finally planted out as young plants from mid to late May. Passion flowers grow very quickly.
At what distance should the individual passion flowers be planted?
In general, a planting distance of 50 centimeters is recommended for most species.
Which soil does the passion flower need?
Passion flowers need loose, nutrient-rich soil that is as light as possible with clay. You can mix the potting soil yourself with garden soil, sand and clay powder.
Is the passion flower annual or perennial?
Most types of passion flowers (including the popular blue passion flower) are perennial and can be overwintered in a frost-free but cool place.
When does the passion flower bloom?
The striking flowers of the passion flower appear between June and September. Many varieties are very flowery, such as the blue passionflower (Passiflora caerulea) or the red-flowering grape passionflower (Passiflora racemosa). Other varieties require very good care in order to open their beautiful flowers.
How can passionflower be propagated?
The passion flower is relatively easy to propagate from seeds or cuttings.
Good and bad neighbors
The passion flower looks great in the company of ivy and summer flowers such as summer asters, daisies and almond florets (summer azaleas). It also gets along excellently with magnificent spars (astilbe) and lupins.
Tips & Tricks
Passion flowers definitely need a climbing aid, ideally immediately after planting. Please note that this climbing plant, depending on the climbing aid, can easily reach a height of between three and six meters.
