Also known as Passion Flower · 781 saves
Passiflora
Passiflora, the genus most gardeners know as passion flower. We track 13 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 12 most-saved Passiflora varieties
Browse all 13 Passiflora varieties →
5 species of Passiflora
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
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How to grow Passiflora
Whats common across all Passiflora varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 13 most-grown of them.
The Passiflora year
- PruneMarch and April100% of varieties
Prune back hard in late winter/early spring to maintain shape and vigor.
- FertilizeMay–September77% of varieties
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth and blooming.
- Winter PrepNovember and December54% of varieties
Apply thick mulch over root zone or move container plants indoors (tender in Z7)
- HarvestAugust–October38% of varieties
Harvest fruit as it colours fully and the skin begins to wrinkle.
Do
- Provide full sun for optimal flowering
- Fertilize monthly during active growth
- Provide full sun for at least 6 hours daily ☀️
- Maintain consistently moist but well-drained soil 💧
- Prune to shape and remove dead or weak stems ✂️
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to frost; it’s a warm-weather plant
- Refrain from heavy fertilization late in the season
What goes wrong with Passiflora
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky honeydew and distorted leaves | Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing, speckled leaves | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Use horticultural oil or insecticidal soap |
| Scale | Immobile bumps along the stems with sticky residue below | Prune out heavily infested growth and wipe off light infestations |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Ensure well-draining soil and reduce watering |
| Root Rot | Wilting and browning at the base | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Apply fungicide and improve air circulation |
Making more Passiflora
Cuttings
- Select healthy semi-woody stems in late spring.
- Dip cuttings in rooting hormone.
- Plant in moist, well-draining soil or perlite.
- Maintain high humidity and indirect light for 6 weeks.
Seeds
- Extract seeds from ripe fruit.
- Scarify seeds lightly before planting.
- Plant in warm, moist soil.
- Maintain consistent moisture and warmth for germination.
Passiflora questions
How many types of Passiflora are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 13 distinct Passiflora varieties. The most popular — ranked by 781 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Passiflora grow in?
Across its varieties, Passiflora covers USDA Zones 5–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Passiflora bloom?
Most Passiflora varieties bloom in mid-summer, summer to fall, summer to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Passiflora should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.