Bring tropical elegance and flavor to your backyard with Yellow Passiflora Mollissima Seeds, a stunning passionfruit variety known for its vibrant yellow, banana-shaped fruits and lush green vines. Commonly called the Banana Passionfruit, this plant produces sweet, aromatic fruits with tangy pulp perfect for fresh eating, smoothies, and desserts.
Native to the Andes and adored for both its ornamental beauty and delicious yield, this non-GMO vine is a vigorous climber that thrives in warm, humid climates. Its showy pink blossoms and abundant fruits make it a rewarding choice for gardeners who love exotic plants.
Features
- Exotic Variety: Produces elongated yellow banana-like passionfruits.
- Fast-Growing Vine: Beautiful climbing habit ideal for trellises and fences.
- Non-GMO Seeds: Safe, natural, and chemical-free.
- High Yield: Vigorous plants produce abundant tropical fruits each season.
- Dual Purpose: Perfect for both ornamental gardens and fruit harvests.
Specifications
- Common Name: Banana Passionfruit
- Scientific Name: Passiflora mollissima
- Plant Type: Perennial fruiting vine
- Growth Habit: Vigorous climber with pink flowers and elongated fruits
- Zones: USDA Zones 9–11
- Season: Best planted in Spring or Early Summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
- Germination Time: 3–6 weeks at 75–85°F
- Maturity: 1–2 years for flowering and fruiting
- GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Naturally grown (chemical-free)
- Plant Height: Up to 20 feet (requires trellis or vertical support)
- Indoor Growing: Suitable with strong sunlight or grow lights
- Fruit Description: Yellow, banana-shaped fruits with sweet, tangy pulp
Planting Guide
- Soak seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours to improve germination.
- Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in moist, well-draining soil or seed trays.
- Maintain warmth (75–85°F) and consistent moisture until germination.
- Transplant seedlings when 4–6 inches tall into garden soil or containers.
- Provide support with a trellis or fence for climbing vines.
