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Thunbergia alata

Black-Eyed Susan Vine

Thunbergia alata, commonly known as the Black-Eyed Susan Vine, is an evergreen climber grown for its impressive flowers. Soft looking blooms appear from late spring through to early autumn and are typically orange with a characteristic dark centre. It has twinning stems with arrow-shaped, mid green leaves. This climber will easily reach 2.5 m tall but can be trimmed as necessary. Best growth is achieved when planted in full sun or partial shade on a sheltered, well-drained site. In temperate areas this plant should be treated as an annual as frosts will damage the plant. Black-Eyed Susan is commonly trained on a trellis, included in tropical gardens, or planted anywhere its magnificent flowers can be appreciated.

Thunbergia alata with masses of orange flowers and dark green foliage.
Thunbergia alata orange flower with a dark centre.
Lush Thunbergia alata plant with an orange flower.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Climbers
Height:2.50 m
Spread:2.50 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Arches, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateMedium
Also known asBlack-Eyed Susan Vine
Sku13972

Thunbergia alata Details

Thunbergia alata, commonly known as the Black-Eyed Susan Vine, is an evergreen climber grown for its impressive flowers. Soft looking blooms appear from late spring through to early autumn and are typically orange with a characteristic dark centre. It has twinning stems with arrow-shaped, mid green leaves. This climber will easily reach 2.5 m tall but can be trimmed as necessary. Best growth is achieved when planted in full sun or partial shade on a sheltered, well-drained site. In temperate areas this plant should be treated as an annual as frosts will damage the plant. Black-Eyed Susan is commonly trained on a trellis, included in tropical gardens, or planted anywhere its magnificent flowers can be appreciated.

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