NATIVE – Vigorous vine with striking, tropical purple and white flowers and lush, dark green foliage. Plants will freeze to the ground each winter but will resprout each spring. Plant near a foundation or mulch crowns heavily. Can spread aggressively through underground runners but is an excellent choice for trellises, fences, and arbors. Its flowers attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Produces edible fruit attracting birds and other wildlife. Serves as a host for butterflies and moths.
Botanical Name- Passiflora incarnata ‘Purple Passion’ Pronunciation- pass-ih-FLOR-uh in-kar-NAY-tuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Purple / white Bloom Time- Mid summer – early fall Companion Plants- Clematis, Honeysuckle – Lonicera, Coneflower Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds Plant Habit- Vine
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Trimming Instructions- Cut back dead or damaged vines in early spring before new growth emerges. If the plant becomes too aggressive, trim back as needed during the growing season to control spread. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage vigorous growth and flowering. Additional feeding may be beneficial during the growing season if the plant appears weak. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-Tone Possible Issues- Aphids, spider mites
