Product Review
Perhaps the most agressive and vigorous growing of all the passifloras. The vine grows lush and dense, and will quickly climb, up, over, and cover whatever is near by. So, it is great for any large area in a tropical landscape where quick cover is wanted. The unique flowers appear profusely throughout the warm season are so large and heavy that they tend to hang in slightly upside down position. The unique to species flowers have especially interesting, long purple filaments. This particular cultivar is tropical and is considered winter hardy in Zones 9B, 10, and 11. This species has an interesting historical background as 17th Century priests assigned great religious significance to the unique structure of the flower.
- Passion Flowers are native to Brazil and Argentina and are an absolute must-have for any romance, heirloom, or butterfly garden.All passion vine flowers are unique and unlike any other flowering plant. In the early 1600s, Catholic priests in Peru documented what they believed to be a religious symbolism in the unique flowers of this beautiful vine. The priests related the parts of the flower to features of the Crucifixion, and thus the name passiflora or passion flower was coined.
- The Giant Grandilla, is a tropical and an aggressive grower passion vine. The vine quickly creates lush, dense cover, making it perfect for large areas where quick cover is desired. It produces unique, exceptionally large flowers.These heavy blooms often hang upside down and feature long, striking purple filaments. If pollinated by other passion vines, a very large, edible, yellow-green fruit follows the flower.
- Care: For optimal growth, plant your passion flower in a partial-shade location with fertile, well-draining soil and a trellis or other support. Water deeply, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to avoid spindly growth. Fertilize with a quality, bloom-boosting fertilizer in the spring, and prune as needed after flowering to control size.
- Indoor Growing: While most Passion Vines can be grown indoors, Quadrangularis is not generally a suitable choice for average indoor growing spaces. Substantial modifications to increase light, temperature and humidity are necessary.
- Climate: This vine is suited for tropical climates, and is recommended for Zones 9B, 10, and 11. Protection from frost and freezing is required in all Zones.
