Passiflora alatocaerulea

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Passion Vine

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany/Durham

 

Description

Passiflora alatocaerulea is an evergreen or semi-evergreen vine. Climb by tendrils to 20'-30'. 3-lobed leaves 3" long. Fragrant, 3.5"-4" flowers, white, shaded pink and lavender. Excellent windowsill bloomer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Vine

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender, Purple, White, Multi-Colored

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

High, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Espalier

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Cut Flowers, Screen, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.