{"product_id":"vanillia-passionfruit-plant","title":"Vanillia Passionfruit Plant","description":"\u003ch3\u003eVanilla Passionfruit Plant – 5 Months Old\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fast-growing tropical climbing vine producing beautiful ornamental flowers and delicious banana-shaped fruit with a sweet, aromatic flavour. At approximately 5 months old, these healthy plants are well established and ready to continue climbing once planted into their permanent position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 months old, grown from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous evergreen climbing vine reaching 6–10 metres with support. Perfect for trellises, pergolas, fences and arbours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in warm, frost-free or subtropical climates. Protect young plants from frost. Can also be grown in a greenhouse or conservatory in cooler regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces unique banana-shaped golden-yellow fruit with soft orange pulp. The flavour is sweet, tropical and often described as a blend of passionfruit, melon and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, stunning pink and white tropical flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically begins producing fruit within 2–4 years from seed under good growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, fertile free-draining soil, regular watering and a sturdy climbing structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is naturally rich in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the immune system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e for healthy digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e which supports heart and muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e that help protect cells from oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrating, low-fat flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e that's delicious eaten fresh or added to smoothies, fruit salads or desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52044481954090,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8672\/5418\/files\/ChatGPTImageJul6_2026_11_02_08AM.png?v=1783292538","url":"https:\/\/tropicalsprouts.co.nz\/products\/vanillia-passionfruit-plant","provider":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}