How to prune grape-leaved passionflower

Late winter or early spring before active growth resumes. Remove up to half to two-thirds of the previous year's stems, cutting back to strong buds or side shoots. Clear out dead and congested wood from the centre to improve airflow.

Annually. Passiflora vitifolia is a fast-growing tropical climber that benefits from annual pruning to keep size in check and stimulate the new growth on which flowers form. Without pruning it becomes tangled and flowers move to the tips. Cut back hard in late winter before new growth begins.

Remove up to half to two-thirds of the previous year's stems, cutting back to strong buds or side shoots. Clear out dead and congested wood from the centre to improve airflow.