Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Passion flower, Passiflora caerulea, is an exotic-looking climber, bearing evergreen, deeply lobed, dark green glossy leaves. Large, fragrant white flowers with central filaments of purple, blue and white appear from July to September, followed by egg-shaped, orange-yellow fruit. Vigorous and trouble-free, it will quickly cover a sunny wall or fence, and tolerates a bit of shade.
Passiflora 'Silly Cow' has been cultivated to produce even bigger flowers than the species – they can reach a substantial 15cm across. For best results grow Passiflora 'Silly Cow' in moist but well-drained soil against a sheltered wall in full sun. Prune back in early spring if necessary. It may need winter protection in northern regions.
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Passiflora ‘Silly Cow’ and wildlife
Passiflora ‘Silly Cow’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Passiflora ‘Silly Cow’ poisonous?
Passiflora ‘Silly Cow’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested. Its foliage and roots are toxic.
