how to take cuttings from passion flowers

[kazbottom]

how do i take a cutting from my passion flower.
thanks

[Thunderbird+]

Hi there,
The choices are:- Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer (a cutting made of current years growth, just where it hardens at the base) plant them in a 50:50 peat and sand mix in a propagator with bottom heat at 25 oC (77oF)

Otherwise a really easy way is to layer low growing shoots into the ground or a pot sunk into the ground* and peg it down with a piece of wire bent into the shape of a horse shoe. Try a few if poss to maximise your chances.
Good Luck Tbird+

[eyeshade]

That second one above from Thunderbird is what we did, it takes very quickly, as it is a vigarous climber, so I am sure it will work 4 you. We planted a red passiflora this year and it hasn't stopped flowering, absolutely stunning, twinned with a yellow honesuckle.