💜 Passionfruit, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Passionfruit in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Give it a strong trellis (the vine gets heavy). First fruit in 12 months from a grafted plant. Feed heavily with potassium-rich fertiliser for fruit set. Short-lived vine, replace every 5-7 years. Nellie Kelly (grafted onto blue passionfruit rootstock) is the standard for SEQ.
Growing Requirements
Kitchen Uses
- Scooped fresh over yoghurt and pavlova
- Pulp blended into cheesecakes
- Added to salad dressings
- Made into cordial or jam
Health Benefits
- High in vitamin C and antioxidants
- Good source of fibre and minerals
- Supports cardiovascular health
- Low calorie, nutrient dense
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Fruit fly
Common Diseases
- Passionfruit woodiness virus
- Fusarium wilt
Storage
Bench until wrinkled, then fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. Freeze pulp in ice cube trays
Value
Saves ~$5-10/week, vines produce hundreds of fruits per season
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When should I plant Passionfruit in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Passionfruit can be sown in September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April. Give it a strong trellis (the vine gets heavy). First fruit in 12 months from a grafted plant. Feed heavily with potassium-rich fertiliser for fruit set. Short-lived vine, replace every 5-7 years. Nellie Kelly (grafted onto blue passionfruit rootstock) is the standard for SEQ.