Passion Fruit
Passiflora edulis
Vigorous vine; fruits well with sun and trellis support.
🌞 Light & Temperature
Light: Full sun
Temperature: 20–32°C
🪴 Pot & Soil
Pot: 45–60 L pot with trellis/pergola support.
Soil Mix: Rich, draining mix: 40% loam, 30% compost, 20% coco coir, 10% perlite; pH 5.5–6.5
💧 Watering
Schedule: Dry season: 2x/week; Rainy season: weekly if no rain
Amount: 3–4 L per watering
Even moisture for good set; avoid waterlogging.
🧪 Fertilizing
Type: Balanced feed shifting to higher K when flowering
Frequency: Every 3–4 weeks
Dosage: 40–60 g/month for 45–60 L pot; micronutrients quarterly
🍓 Fruiting & Harvest
Start: 6–9 months from planting (grafted/cuttings faster)
Seasonality: Mainly May–Nov in Malaysia
Duration: 60–80 days from flower to ripe fruit
Harvest Indicators: Fruit color deepens (purple/yellow); drops off when ripe; wrinkles slightly
Tips: Collect fallen ripe fruits daily; bag to prevent fruit fly.
🌱 Propagation
Seeds or semi-hardwood cuttings; grafted plants available.
🐛 Pests & Diseases
- Fruit flies: Bag fruits early; bait traps; sanitation.
- Fusarium/根 rot: Avoid overwatering; use raised pots; sterilize tools.
🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)
Prune after harvest flush; protect flowers from heavy rain for better set.
📝 Planting Notes
Strong trellis essential; train main leaders; remove suckers.
💡 Extra Care Tips
- Hand-pollinate morning for higher set
- Mulch to conserve moisture
Note
Schedules are guidelines—adjust for your microclimate, pot size, and weather. During heavy monsoon rain, reduce watering and improve drainage.