Purple Passion Flower (Maypop) Quick Facts!
USDA, NRCS. 2016. The PLANTS Database (http://plants.usda.gov)
Host plant for Gulf Fritillary, Variegated Fritillary, Mexican Fritillary, Zebra Longwing and occasionally the Julia butterfly.
Herbaceous perennial vine
Hardy in USDA zones 5-9
Full sun to part shade
Prefers moist, well-drained soil but will tolerate some drought once established
Native to mid-southeastern US
15-20 feet long with a spread of 3-6 feet
Beautiful, intricate, fragrant flowers from spring to fall
As a vine, it will need space to climb or spread
Produces large oval fruit (maypop)
Stephanie Jones (verified owner) –
Arrived safely within a few days of shipping. Healthy, sturdy vine with DEEP green leaves….and even a few flower buds! I am on the edge of their hardiness (zone 6a) and have picked a sheltered spot for it to (hopefully :D) flourish. Very pleased with purchase!
Stephanie Jones (verified owner) –
Update to previous review. Oh, wow, this vine started growing immediately! Has tripled in height and produced 8 delicately-scented blooms within just a month of planting! I just adore this plant!
Nadine Dowhy (verified owner) –
Absolutely gorgeous. I transplanted into a large 12 inch diameter pot to transition to the garden. After about 2 weeks I moved to the chosen spot. It has only been a week and it has 2 beautiful blossoms as well as many more buds. I am in zone 6B and plan to mulch well in the winter months. Would highly recommend this plant!!
Kelsey Shields (verified owner) –
Very health plants, fast shipping, fast customer service responses. You couldn’t ask for more!