Passiflora alata Red

You might say it's a miniature version of P. quadrangularis!
Still a good 10cm in diameter and very fragrant! The red petals harmonise excitingly with the purple-white corona. The plants prefer to overwinter cool and will not survive frost.

Sowing passion flowers is a fascinating adventure! Regular supply of fresh seeds is important, otherwise germination takes a very long time or does not occur. Through cooperation with the National Collection Passiflora, we are assured of a successful and special assortment. The flowering period is usually in summer, from May to November. In the plant's cycle, a sowing period from February to May is recommended, but with extra care, year-round sowing is possible. First, soak the seeds for 1 day in milk, then sow in an airy mixture of 3/4 sifted peat moss and 1/4 washed sand, covered with a lid or foil. Germination temperature 25-30°C, ventilate when the first pair of leaves has formed. Most species produce fruit through cross-pollination; some self-pollinators are mentioned separately. Some species are resistant to our winters outdoors, others should be treated as container plants.

Names:
Latin: Passiflora alata, or also sp. Brasil
Dutch: Passiebloem
Also: Passiebloem
English: Passion Flower