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Passion Fruit

Passiflora edulis

Risk Level 🟡 MEDIUM

Cold Hardiness -5°C (top growth dies back, the root survives)

Humidity Tolerance Good

Soil Fit Well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter (pH 6–6.5)

Fit with Sakarya Limited

Critical Months Dec–Jan–Feb

Disease Risk Fusarium wilt, virus diseases, spider mite

Needs Overwintering No

Fit with Sakarya: how well the plant suits the local climate (winter cold, humidity, summer heat). Risk Level: risk of loss from disease, pests or care. They are separate measures; a cold-sensitive but disease-resistant plant can be "Limited fit, Low risk".

Main Risk Factor

In cold winters the top growth can die back completely; fruit does not develop without a long, hot summer

Priority Action

Protect the root zone with a thick mulch; choose a sunny, sheltered spot for fruit

Note

Passiflora edulis is a tropical climber from Brazil. The purple form (f. edulis) is more cold-hardy than the yellow form. It grows fast and clings with tendrils; it can be used on fences, pergolas and as wall cover. The fruit is sweet-sour and aromatic, used fresh, in juice and in desserts.

📋 A comprehensive growing guide for this plant is being prepared.

🌱 From the Garden — Personal Notes

First Fruit 2026

Harvest Season September – November

Pollinator Needed Yes

Location in Garden South side, at the foot of the house

It grows at the foot of the house on the south side. In very cold weather it dies back to the root but comes back. In summer 2026, with the mild weather, it fruited, and the fruit is now starting to ripen. (translated from Turkish)

★★★★☆

Passion Fruit

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🌱 From the Garden — Personal Notes

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