PASSION VINE
Passiflora princeps
SKU: 1830-5
Description
A rare and stunning passiflora with deep salmon-red colouration!
Passiflora is a tendril vine which gently twine around supporting structures. In tropical climates, it will flower all year round. It is an exotic tropical that is sure to draw attention, and is ideal planted around a patio where onlookers can see it's magnificent flowers!
In Northern climates many Passion Flowers are not hardy over winter (especially the ones with the red coloration), so we grow those varieties in pots and take them indoors for the winter months, and grow them in a sunny window! If you live in a cold-climate, and would like a Passiflora to winter outdoors, see the hardy Blue Passion Flower or the hardy Purple Passion Flower seeds that we offer.
Hardiness zones: 9-11
Type: Climbing vine
Location: Sun or part sun
Note: Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants are poisonous.
Seeds per pack: 5
Germination: Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting. Place seeds just below the soil surface, and instead of using water, use orange juice to moisten the soil. The acidity of the juice will help soften the outer layer of the seeds and aid germination. Place the container is a warm location 21-24C (75F). Cover the pot with clear plastic to help retain moisture. Germination can occur within 2 weeks to several months (ours took about 3 months). Patience may be needed, though they are well worth the effort! Once seedlings sprout, remove the plastic, and place the pot in a sunny location.
Description
A rare and stunning passiflora with deep salmon-red colouration!
Passiflora is a tendril vine which gently twine around supporting structures. In tropical climates, it will flower all year round. It is an exotic tropical that is sure to draw attention, and is ideal planted around a patio where onlookers can see it's magnificent flowers!
In Northern climates many Passion Flowers are not hardy over winter (especially the ones with the red coloration), so we grow those varieties in pots and take them indoors for the winter months, and grow them in a sunny window! If you live in a cold-climate, and would like a Passiflora to winter outdoors, see the hardy Blue Passion Flower or the hardy Purple Passion Flower seeds that we offer.
Hardiness zones: 9-11
Type: Climbing vine
Location: Sun or part sun
Note: Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants are poisonous.
Seeds per pack: 5
Germination: Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting. Place seeds just below the soil surface, and instead of using water, use orange juice to moisten the soil. The acidity of the juice will help soften the outer layer of the seeds and aid germination. Place the container is a warm location 21-24C (75F). Cover the pot with clear plastic to help retain moisture. Germination can occur within 2 weeks to several months (ours took about 3 months). Patience may be needed, though they are well worth the effort! Once seedlings sprout, remove the plastic, and place the pot in a sunny location.
