A warm-climate passionfruit with large red-purple fruit and sweet, mild, juicy pulp, best suited to subtropical and tropical gardens. A vigorous evergreen climber that needs warmth, sun and a sturdy support.
At a glance
- Plant type: Climber
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Panama Red Passionfruit
Passiflora edulis 'Panama Red' is a fast-growing climber in the Passifloraceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White and purple flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Panama Red Passionfruit
Panama Red Passionfruit suits tropical, subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Panama Red Passionfruit does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Panama Red Passionfruit does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Panama Red Passionfruit after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, maintenance is moderate maintenance.
Using Panama Red Passionfruit in the garden
Panama Red Passionfruit earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Panama Red Passionfruit sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and tropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Panama Red Passionfruit
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