Maypop too invasive for in ground?

I came across the maypop passion fruit as one I would like to grow next year. Seen some info that it can be very invasive in my area (central east coast US) I'm wondering if I need to plant in a container or if I can just knock it back with the mower when i's shoots grow out of where I want it to be

Also wondering if any of y'all grow it and if it's any good for fresh eating and preserving! I love the flavor of regular tropical passion fruit dried and in drinks. Thanks!! ☺️

you can definitely knock it back with a mower.  i have it in the ground along one side of my garden fence and haven’t had problems with it getting out of hand yet. it comes up in 10 or 12 places every year and i can select which ones to chop and which to favor.

the flavor is pretty powerful. maypop curd (a la lemon curd) is amazing.

Hi Gina,

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