Purple Passion Fruit Plant
Original price was: ₹399.00.₹149.00Current price is: ₹149.00.
Size: Single plant | 2.5″-4″ Nursery pot Included
Caring for a purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) vine involves several key aspects to ensure healthy growth and abundant fruit production.
Here’s a breakdown of Purple Passion Fruit essential care tips:
1. Light:
- Full Sun: Passion fruit vines thrive in full sunlight, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial.
2. Soil:
- Well-Drained: Use well-drained, fertile soil. Sandy loam is ideal.
- pH: The optimal soil pH is between 6.5 and 7.5.
3. Watering:
- Regular Watering: Water regularly, especially during hot and dry periods. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
- Avoid Overwatering: Too much water can lead to root rot.
4. Support:
- Trellis: Passion fruit vines are vigorous climbers and require a strong trellis, fence, or other support structure.
5. Fertilizing:
- Regular Feeding: Feed the plant regularly, especially during the growing season. A balanced fertilizer is recommended.
- A fertilizer with a NPK ratio of 10:5:20 is recommended.
- Fertilize monthly during the spring and summer.
6. Pruning:
- Regular Pruning: Prune regularly to encourage new growth and fruit production. Remove dead or damaged vines.
- The best time to prune is after the last frost or in early spring.
7. Pollination:
- Self-Fertile: Purple passion fruit is generally self-fertile, but pollination is enhanced by bees.
- Humid conditions improve pollination.
8. Climate:
- Subtropical: Purple passion fruit prefers subtropical climates. It can tolerate some heat but is sensitive to frost.
- If you live in a area that experiences frost, consider growing the plant in a container that can be brought indoors during the winter.
9. Harvesting:
- Ripe Fruit: Allow the fruit to ripen on the vine until it turns deep purple and begins to wrinkle. Ripe fruits often fall to the ground.
Key Considerations:
- Pest and Disease Control: Monitor for pests and diseases, and take appropriate action if necessary.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
By following these care tips, you can enjoy a healthy and productive purple passion fruit vine.
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Happy to receive healthy plant, but leaves are not intact ( leaves grown in 2 days ), plant sustainable 4 day journey. Ensure creepers are packed better than normal ones.