Red Passion Flower | Passiflora caerulea 'Rubra'
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Red Passion Flower
Passiflora caerulea 'Rubra'
- Still quite rare in the UK, this eye catching passiflora boasts flowers up to 10cm across! These are composed of a circle of magenta-hued petals, a showy ruff of purple and white filaments and a central lime-green stalk
- For best results grown in a sheltered sunny position with free-draining soil
- A vigorous, semi-evergreen climber
- Suitable for growing on a sunny trellis or in large containers - ideal for conservatories
- Flowers from July to September. The bowl shaped blooms stay open for 2-3 days and have a strong fragrance
- Shiny, dark green lobed foliage
- Very free flowering
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Red Passion Flower can be grown in pots to help restrict growth; they may need winter protection if temperatures drop below 0°C.
How big does it get?
Red Passion Flower typically grows to a height of 8 to 10 metres and spreads up to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
Red Passion Flower needs full sun or partial shade, preferably in a sheltered spot.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Red Passion Flower prefers a moist but well-drained soil, ideally moderately fertile to prevent excessive foliage at the expense of flowers.
How much watering does this plant need?
Red Passion Flower needs consistent watering, roughly 2.5 to 5 centimetres per week, to keep the soil moist, especially above 20°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
Red Passion Flower benefits from pruning in early spring to remove winter damage (especially after temperatures drop below 0°C) and keep its vigorous growth in check, cutting back to a healthy bud about 30 centimetres from the main stem.
How hardy is this plant?
Passiflora caerulea 'Rubra' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it can withstand temperatures from -5°C to -10°C and is hardy through most of the UK, but may need a sheltered spot in colder northern regions.
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