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Passiflora helleri

Passiflora helleri

Vining ornamental passion flower bearing small, 1", dark-purple fruits with a soft skin.

Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the Passiflora helleri. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in October 2014.

Description

A fast-growing vine that does well trailing and climbing along fences. During Spring, the vine flowers profusely, making an amazing ornamental. Flowers can remain for a few months, followed by the small, pretty, purple fruits. The plant is quite attractive to butterflies.

Hardiness

Unknown, but the vine is hardy to at least 30F, possibly lower.

Growing Environment

Grows nicely in full-sun and part-shade. Water regularly during warm months. Once established, the vine generally needs minimal care.

Propagation

By seeds. By stem cuttings.

Uses

Grown as an ornamental, generally for its ornate flowers.

Native Range

Native to tropical America.

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