Passiflora racemosa – Passionfruit

Description

• 10 seeds
• Common name: Red passionflower
• Green edible fruit – 6 cm long
• Native to Brazil
• Evergreen perennial
• Full sun or part shade
• Plant in rich organic sandy loam soil
• Water in Summer

Passiflora germination method

Germination method:

1. Boil water and allow to cool slightly. 
2. Place the seeds in a container and fill with hot water.
3. Soak seeds for 48 hours before planting.
4. Fill a pot with seed-raising mix.
5. Place seeds on top and sprinkle soil slightly over seeds to cover.
6. Cover with glad wrap and place in a warm position or a greenhouse.
7. Keep soil moist but not wet.
8. Once seeds have germinated and leaves are formed, plant into a well-draining area with some added organic matter such as compost to help establish.