Passion Flower

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by Rosie99, Aug 7, 2008.

  1. Rosie99

    Rosie99 Apprentice Gardener

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    Hi, my passion flower is looking a bit limp & jaded, any ideas to pep it up? I heard that planting a banana in the soil will help it flower, is this true?
     
  2. Ivory

    Ivory Gardener

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    Well, bananas are rich in minerals and potassium, so I guess there may be a tad of truth in it, however a bit of fertilyzer with a good watering is quicker and less fussy, in my opinion ;)
     
  3. Dave_In_His_Garden

    Dave_In_His_Garden Gardener

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    I have been giving mine chicken pellets this year, and it has literally exploded in growth - from half a fence panel at the start of the summer to three full fence panels now! Worth a try, cheap at Wilkos! :D
     
  4. Tiarella

    Tiarella Optimistic Gardener

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    I like the sound of those chicken pellets. Do you think they'd give clematis a boost too?
     
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