Growing Passiflora
- 1). Take cuttings of Passiflora in spring or autumn. While the plants can be grown from seed, it often takes up to a year for them to germinate. Some seeds will not germinate at all. Try propagating one or two cuttings in plain water to see if they take root. If they do not, apply a rooting agent to a freshly cut stem and allow it to begin rooting before planting.
- 2). Transplant rooted cuttings to your garden in mid-spring, well past any chance of frost. Plant them 2 to 3 feet apart in deep, rich soil. Passiflora will grow in sunny and partially-shaded areas.
- 3). Install a trellis or plant Passiflora near a fence. The vines can grow to 10 feet tall in a single season, and require support.
- 4). Keep the soil evenly moist with regular watering. Watering deeply once a week is the preferred method for establishing Passiflora.
- 5). Prune back Passiflora vines after three years of growth. Cut away dead branches, and cut side shoots to about 6 inches in length. Only prune the vines in the beginning of autumn or first part of spring.