Thunbergia, Black-Eyed Susan Vine, 0.75g
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer
Description
Thunbergia alata
Height: 3-6′ (1-2m)
Bloom Period: summer
Type: annual
Cheerful golden flowers with rich, black centers on vines that can grow to 6′ or longer. An excellent choice for trellises or fences, or allow to ramble freely in an open garden. Will stay 2-3′ in containers or hanging baskets.
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Details
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/8″ (3mm)
Spacing: 1″ (3cm)
Sprouts In: 15-20 days
Thinning: 6″ (15cm)
Plant outdoors in a warm, sunny location and well-drained soil after last spring frost, or start indoors about six weeks before last spring frost date. Will exhibit best bloom production in the warm days of late summer and early fall. Pinch off faded flowers to encourage more blossoms.
May be grown as a tender perennial in warm climates.
More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Flowers |
| Common Family Name | Thunbergia |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 37" - 48", 49" - 60", 61" - 72" |
| Spacing in Row | 1", Thin to 6" |
| Planting Depth | 1/8" |
| Days to Germination | 15 - 20 days |