{"product_id":"possum-purple-passion-fruit-starter-plant-heirloom-self-fertile-tropical-vine","title":"Possum Purple Passion Fruit Starter Plant | Heirloom Self-Fertile Tropical Vine","description":"\u003cp\u003ePossum Purple Passion Fruit is a beloved heirloom variety prized for its sweet, aromatic fruit and vigorous tropical vine growth. This starter plant offers a head start on growing your own passion fruit, whether you train it along a trellis, fence, or pergola. The deep purple blooms and glossy foliage add ornamental beauty to any warm-climate garden, while the flavorful fruit can be enjoyed fresh or used in juices, desserts, and preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a self-fertile variety, Possum Purple can set fruit without a second plant, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners with limited space. Its fast-growing, twining habit creates a lush screen or canopy in a single season when given proper warmth and support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom passion fruit variety known for sweet, aromatic fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-fertile vine that produces fruit without cross-pollination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowy purple flowers and glossy evergreen foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous climbing growth ideal for trellises and arbors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to containers when given a support structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passiflora edulis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical perennial vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing, twining vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring to summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-20 feet with support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant your starter in a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. If growing in a container, choose a large pot with drainage holes and provide a trellis or stake for the vine to climb. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support vigorous growth and fruit production. Prune lightly to control size and remove dead or tangled growth. In cooler zones, bring container plants indoors or provide frost protection during winter. With proper care, your Possum Purple passion fruit vine can become a productive and ornamental addition to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne Possum Purple Passion Fruit starter plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739756855606,"sku":"EDNA-260","price":77.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8122969289_lla1.jpg?v=1792115221","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/possum-purple-passion-fruit-starter-plant-heirloom-self-fertile-tropical-vine","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}