Purple passion flower seeds
Purple Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata)
Description: Purple Passion Flower is a beautiful native vine that enhances gardens with its exotic blooms and fruit. Naturally found in the southeastern and south-central United States, extending from Texas to Pennsylvania, this robust climber can reach lengths of up to 25 feet.It serves as an excellent trellising plant or elegant ground cover, making it a favorite for both gardeners and pollinators.
Health Benefits (Source: Medical News Today):
Sleep Support: Recognized for its calming effects, it helps reduce insomnia, improve sleep quality, and shorten the time to fall asleep.
Epilepsy Management: Research suggests it can lengthen the time between seizures and decrease their intensity.
Anti-inflammatory Effects: Contains compounds that aid in reducing inflammation.
Menopause Relief: Alleviates symptoms such as insomnia, depression, and headaches during menopause.
Relaxation Mechanism: Its interaction with GABA receptors is believed to promote calmness and reduce brain activity.
Planting Instructions:
When to Plant:
Start indoors 3–4 weeks before your region’s last frost.
Alternatively, sow directly outdoors once the soil is consistently warm.
Pre-soak Seeds: Soak seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours prior to planting.
Planting Depth: Sow seeds 41 inch deep in well-draining organic soil.
Germination Time: Germination can take several weeks; maintain moist but not soggy soil.
Transplanting: After germination, transplant outdoors 12–24 inches apart in the spring.
Purple Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata)
Description: Purple Passion Flower is a beautiful native vine that enhances gardens with its exotic blooms and fruit. Naturally found in the southeastern and south-central United States, extending from Texas to Pennsylvania, this robust climber can reach lengths of up to 25 feet.It serves as an excellent trellising plant or elegant ground cover, making it a favorite for both gardeners and pollinators.
Health Benefits (Source: Medical News Today):
Sleep Support: Recognized for its calming effects, it helps reduce insomnia, improve sleep quality, and shorten the time to fall asleep.
Epilepsy Management: Research suggests it can lengthen the time between seizures and decrease their intensity.
Anti-inflammatory Effects: Contains compounds that aid in reducing inflammation.
Menopause Relief: Alleviates symptoms such as insomnia, depression, and headaches during menopause.
Relaxation Mechanism: Its interaction with GABA receptors is believed to promote calmness and reduce brain activity.
Planting Instructions:
When to Plant:
Start indoors 3–4 weeks before your region’s last frost.
Alternatively, sow directly outdoors once the soil is consistently warm.
Pre-soak Seeds: Soak seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours prior to planting.
Planting Depth: Sow seeds 41 inch deep in well-draining organic soil.
Germination Time: Germination can take several weeks; maintain moist but not soggy soil.
Transplanting: After germination, transplant outdoors 12–24 inches apart in the spring.