Growing Passion Fruit in Austin
Can you grow Passion Fruit in Austin? Well suited. Season ~28.2°C, rainfall ~1237 mm, winter low ~-2°C. Soil, climate and ROI data.
Decision snapshot
Regional screening evidenceScreening answer: Well suited
Scope: This page assesses agronomic suitability. It does not determine whether cultivation is legal. Check current national, state, and local rules before planting.
- Observed region
- Austin
- Climate window
- Open-Meteo archive, 2021–2023 daily data
- Resolution
- Representative regional centroid, not a field survey
Assumptions, fit-shortfall, and next checks
A representative centroid and regional climate window cannot establish parcel soil, water access, elevation, infrastructure, labour, contracts, or local farm-gate economics. Use this page to identify the next question, then verify local evidence before committing capital.
Market Demand — Passion Fruit
Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023Is Passion Fruit viable in Austin?
Passion Fruit is well suited to Austin: growing-season temperatures (~28.2°C) and rainfall (~1237 mm) fall within its 20–30°C range. Passion Fruit (Fruits & Stimulants, perennial) performs best around 20 - 30 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 1000 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Passion Fruit in Austin: what to expect
Rainfall in Austin (~1237 mm/yr) roughly matches Passion Fruit's ~1000 mm need, so a normal year needs little supplemental water. Winter lows near -2°C are marginal for Passion Fruit; young trees may need frost protection for their first few winters. Plant Passion Fruit in early spring once the risk of hard frost has passed in Austin.
Soil and climate requirements for Passion Fruit
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Passion Fruit Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 8.5 |
| Water Requirement | 1000 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 20 - 30 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | Moderate |
Reference yield and price range
The figures below are crop-profile reference values, not a field-specific yield or profit forecast. Local costs, grade, packout and buyer terms still need to be entered or verified.
| Metric | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Reference yield per hectare | 15 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 6.07 t/acre |
| Market Price | $700 - $2,000 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $20,250 / Hectare |
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