Agricultural technology for growing Passiflora laurifolia seeds
1. Variety selection
When choosing a Passiflora laurifolia variety, the following factors must be considered:
- Purpose of cultivation: For cultivation as an ornamental crop, varieties with beautiful flowers or leaves are selected.
- Winter hardiness: Passiflora laurifolia is a tropical plant that does not tolerate frost. For outdoor cultivation in regions with cold climates, it is necessary to choose varieties that can tolerate short-term frosts.
- Size: Passiflora laurifolia can reach a height of 10 meters. You need to choose a variety that is suitable for your site.
2. Soil preparation
Passiflora laurifolia is a light-loving and moisture-loving plant, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and well-drained place.
The soil for planting Passiflora laurifolia must be fertile and neutral or slightly acidic.
3. Landing
Passiflora laurifolia is planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
Passiflora laurifolia is planted in planting holes with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm. A drainage layer of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. Passiflora laurifolia is planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, Passiflora laurifolia is watered generously.
4. Plant care
Passiflora laurifolia is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development the following measures must be taken:
- Watering: Passiflora laurifolia is a moisture-loving plant, so it is necessary to water the plants regularly during the growing season, especially in hot weather.
- Fertilizing: During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Pruning: To form a bush of Passiflora laurifolia, pruning is carried out. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases: Passiflora laurifolia is susceptible to various diseases and pests. To protect plants from pests and diseases, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatments.
5. Harvest
Passiflora laurifolia is an ornamental plant that does not bear fruit.
6. Diseases and pests
Passiflora laurifolia is susceptible to the following diseases:
- Powdery mildew
- Rust
- Scab
Passiflora laurifolia is susceptible to the following pests:
- Aphids
- Thrips
- Scale insects
Additional Tips
- To obtain earlier flowering, Passiflora laurifolia can be grown as seedlings. Passiflora laurifolia seedlings are grown at home or in greenhouses.
- To increase the decorativeness of the plant, you can shape the bush.
Passiflora laurifolia is a beautiful tropical plant that can be grown outdoors in warm climates. To obtain good growth and development, it is necessary to follow the agricultural techniques for growing Passiflora laurifolia.
When choosing a Passiflora laurifolia variety, the following factors must be considered:
- Purpose of cultivation: For cultivation as an ornamental crop, varieties with beautiful flowers or leaves are selected.
- Winter hardiness: Passiflora laurifolia is a tropical plant that does not tolerate frost. For outdoor cultivation in regions with cold climates, it is necessary to choose varieties that can tolerate short-term frosts.
- Size: Passiflora laurifolia can reach a height of 10 meters. You need to choose a variety that is suitable for your site.
2. Soil preparation
Passiflora laurifolia is a light-loving and moisture-loving plant, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and well-drained place.
The soil for planting Passiflora laurifolia must be fertile and neutral or slightly acidic.
3. Landing
Passiflora laurifolia is planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
Passiflora laurifolia is planted in planting holes with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm. A drainage layer of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. Passiflora laurifolia is planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, Passiflora laurifolia is watered generously.
4. Plant care
Passiflora laurifolia is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development the following measures must be taken:
- Watering: Passiflora laurifolia is a moisture-loving plant, so it is necessary to water the plants regularly during the growing season, especially in hot weather.
- Fertilizing: During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Pruning: To form a bush of Passiflora laurifolia, pruning is carried out. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases: Passiflora laurifolia is susceptible to various diseases and pests. To protect plants from pests and diseases, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatments.
5. Harvest
Passiflora laurifolia is an ornamental plant that does not bear fruit.
6. Diseases and pests
Passiflora laurifolia is susceptible to the following diseases:
- Powdery mildew
- Rust
- Scab
Passiflora laurifolia is susceptible to the following pests:
- Aphids
- Thrips
- Scale insects
Additional Tips
- To obtain earlier flowering, Passiflora laurifolia can be grown as seedlings. Passiflora laurifolia seedlings are grown at home or in greenhouses.
- To increase the decorativeness of the plant, you can shape the bush.
Passiflora laurifolia is a beautiful tropical plant that can be grown outdoors in warm climates. To obtain good growth and development, it is necessary to follow the agricultural techniques for growing Passiflora laurifolia.