On a fluke I picked up a passion fruit plant at my local farmer’s market. A few of my Master Gardener friends had been successful growing it and had raved about the fruit. I, however, really knew ...

Brenda asks: My lilikoi vine produces a lot of flowers but no fruit. What’s the problem and can I remedy this situation? The plants will thrive where conditions are optimal. They’ll do best where the ...

Dominika Heusinkveld Jan 7, 2022 Jan 7, 2022 Updated May 28, 2024 If you want to consume the fruit, Passiflora edulis is a non-native species that is available in local nurseries and can be used for ...

Q Two years ago I planted a passion flower (Passiflora caerulea). This year I had lots of flowers and fruits, which ripened to a plum shape and were bright orange. Are these fruits edible? A Yes, but ...

Jim Shanley used to grow avocados on his hilly, 113-acre farm in Morro Bay. Now, finger limes, dragon fruit, passion fruit — even coffee plants — are taking root. And, together, they’re far more ...