{"product_id":"passiflora-caerulea-passionflower-mixed-colours","title":"Passiflora caerulea - Passionflower (Mixed Colours)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis vigorous, semi-evergreen climber produces exotic-looking flowers from midsummer to autumn, followed by small orange fruits. \u003ci\u003ePassiflora caerulea\u003c\/i\u003e is a fast-growing, twining plant that provides stunning vertical interest when trained over trellises, fences, or pergolas. Its striking blooms make it a show-stopping feature in any garden while attracting pollinators throughout the warmer months.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePassiflora caerulea\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePassionflower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, is celebrated for its intricate flowers and ability to thrive in British gardens. Hardy in most regions, it benefits from a sheltered, sunny position where it can flourish and spread with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"97\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"92\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"178\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Perennial\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSemi-Evergreen Perennial Climber\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFast-Growing, Long-Flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flowers June to August\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e June – October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Semi-evergreen (may lose leaves in colder winters)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003ePassiflora caerulea\u003c\/i\u003e (blue passionflower)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePassionflower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to South America (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLight pruning in early spring helps control growth and encourages new flowering shoots. In late winter, cut back any damaged or overgrown stems to maintain a manageable shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHighly attractive to bees and butterflies. The flowers provide a rich nectar source, while the fruits may be enjoyed by birds in late autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers full sun and thrives best in a sheltered location, such as against a south- or west-facing wall. Ideal for trellises, fences, or pergolas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep soil moist but well-drained, especially during the growing season. Drought tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering in prolonged dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers well-draining, moderately fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adapts well to most soil types but dislikes heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during the growing season with a general-purpose fertiliser to encourage flowering. Avoid overfeeding, as excessive nitrogen can lead to more foliage and fewer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMildly toxic if ingested. 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