Key features
Final size4 x 2 metres in 20 years
FoliageGreen leaves year-round (semi-evergreen)
FlowersLarge white flowers in spring/summer
PositionFull sun to part shade
SoilPrefers moist yet well-draining soil
Description
Passiflora ‘Snow Queen’ produces stunning large, white fragrant Passion Flowers up to 12cm across. The intricate flowers feature purple stigmas, white filaments and a subtle green edging to the tepal. The flowers make an appearance from spring, whilst dark-green leaves are semi-evergreen for year-round interest.
Passiflora ‘Snow Queen’ grows well in a sheltered, sunny position. Note that unripe fruit are toxic. ‘Snow Queen’ is an excellent choice for adding an exotic feel to walls, fencing or a pergola.
AKA Passion Flower ‘Snow Queen’
Planting Steps
1Preparation
- Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
- Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
- Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
- To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.
2Planting
- Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
- Ensure the top of the plant’s compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
- Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
- Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.
3Last Steps
- Water generously around the base of the plant.
- If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.
Aftercare Advice
Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.
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