Passiflora mollissima

Breathtaking deep pink flowers, which easily set fruit when grown in pots. The fruits are yellow, elongated (aubergine-shaped) and very tasty. Do not overwinter too cold, it is a tropical climber.

Sowing passion flowers is a fascinating adventure! Regular supply of fresh seeds is important, otherwise germination takes a very long time or fails to occur. Through cooperation with the National Passiflora Collection, we are assured of a successful and special assortment. The flowering period is usually in the summer, from May-November. In the plant's cycle, a sowing period from February-May is recommended, but with extra care, year-round sowing is possible. First, soak the seeds for 1 day in milk, then sow in a light mixture of 3/4 sieved peat moss and 1/4 washed sand, under cover of a hood or film. Germination temperature 25-30°C, ventilate when the 1st set of leaves has formed. Most species bear fruit through cross-pollination; a few self-pollinators are mentioned separately. Some species are resistant to our winters outdoors, others should be treated as container plants.

Names:
Latin: Passiflora mollissima
Dutch: Banaan-Passievrucht
English: Banana passionfruit