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Description

Heirloom Passion Fruit Seeds (Passiflora edulis) – Planting Guide

Planting Instructions

Best Planting Time:

• Outdoors: Spring when soil reaches 20°C (68°F)

• Indoors: Start 8-10 weeks before last frost

Planting Steps:

1. Soil: Well-draining, fertile mix (pH 6.5-7.5)

2. Depth: Sow 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) deep

3. Spacing: 6-10 feet between plants (vines spread 10-20 feet)

4. Light: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)

5. Temperature: Keep above 15°C (60°F)

Germination & Early Care:

• Germination time: 10-20 days

• Transplant when seedlings have 4+ true leaves

• Provide trellis or support at planting time

Growth & Care

Watering:

• Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy)

• Established plants tolerate brief dry spells

Fertilizing:

• Use balanced fertilizer monthly during growth

• Switch to high-potassium formula when flowering

Pruning:

• Train main vine along support

• Trim side shoots to encourage fruiting

• Remove dead growth in early spring

Pollination:

• Most varieties self-fertile

• Hand-pollinate flowers in cool climates

Fruit Production

• Time to first fruit: 1-3 years

• Harvest season: Summer through fall

• Yield: Mature vines produce 50-100 fruits annually

Climate Requirements:

• USDA Zones: 9-11 (or grow as annual in cooler zones)

• Ideal temperature range: 20-30°C (68-86°F)

Note: Seed-grown plants may vary slightly from parent. For container growing, choose compact varieties and minimum 10-gallon pots.