Can passion fruit trees be planted in Hunan?

Can passion fruit trees be grown in Hunan?

Passion fruit trees can be planted in Hunan. Passion fruit trees are suitable for planting in areas above 0℃ in winter. Passion fruit can be planted in Hunan, but they need to be taken off the shelves in winter to prevent freezing and put back on the shelves in the spring of next year.

Passion fruit trees are native to the American continent and are mostly distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. They mainly grow in valley jungles. The varieties that can be grown include Purple Fragrance No. 1, Starry Sky, Tainong No. 1, Golden Fruit, etc.

Planting technology of passion fruit trees in Hunan

1. Moisture

Passion fruit trees like a humid growing environment. You can water them according to the dryness and wetness of the soil. Be careful not to let water accumulate in the soil, otherwise it will easily cause root rot.

2. Fertilization

Passion fruit trees also have certain requirements for fertilizer and nutrients. Before planting, an appropriate amount of base fertilizer needs to be added to the soil. During the maintenance period, fertilizer and water with balanced elements should be applied once every half a month. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be used before flowering.

3. Lighting

Passion fruit tree is a light-loving plant with high requirements for light. In daily maintenance, the plant needs to be exposed to more sunlight. The more sufficient the light, the more beneficial it is for the growth of the plant. If there is insufficient light, the stems and leaves of the plant will be thin and weak, and the flowering will be reduced.