The Passiflora edulis is a vigorous, evergreen climbing vine grown for its spectacular flowers and its famous edible fruit. Widely known as passion fruit or purple granadilla, it climbs by means of curling tendrils and clothes its support in glossy, deeply three-lobed leaves. Native to southern Brazil, Paraguay and northern Argentina, it is as ornamental as it is productive.

In summer the Passiflora edulis bears its unmistakable, intricate flowerswhite petals set beneath a crown of purple-and-white filamentsfollowed, in a warm position, by round aromatic fruits filled with juicy, seed-rich pulp. A fast grower, it quickly covers a trellis, pergola or warm wall. Being frost-tender, it is best given a sheltered, sunny spot in mild areas, or grown in a container that can be moved under cover for the winter in colder climates.

• Vigorous evergreen climber, clinging by curling tendrils
• Exotic flowers with a crown of purple-and-white filaments
• Produces aromatic, edible passion fruit in a warm position
• Fast-growing cover for trellises, pergolas and warm walls
• Frost-tender: best in a sheltered spot or grown under glass

The passion fruit vine brings a real touch of the tropics to sunny gardens and conservatories. Combining exotic blooms, lush foliage and the promise of home-grown fruit, Passiflora edulis is a rewarding, fast-growing climber for a warm, sheltered position.

IMPORTANT: The pictures show the mother plant, which is not for sale. The offer includes a plant with the dimensions stated in the description.