Star of Bristol Passionflower
A new hybrid Passionflower with P. caerulea and Amethyst in its lineage, Star of Bristol has very thin petals for a Passionflower and the alternating colors of lavender and white give it a very unique look. Frost hardiness is unknown to us so we recommend protecting it from temperatures below 15 or 20F.
Latin Name: Passiflora hybrid
Site and Soil: Passionflowers like 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to around 15 or 20°F., we’re guessing.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting
Size at Maturity: 8-10 ft. in width on fence, trellis, arbor or other support.
Bloom Time: July-Fall
Ripening Time: Late fall
Yield: 3-5 lbs.
Pests & Diseases: Passionflowers are not bothered by pests or diseases.
USDA Zone: 5
Sunset Western Zone: 4-10, 12-24, H1, H2
Sunset Northeast Zone: 31, 32, 34, 39-41