Thunbergia Susie™ Series Climbing
Thunbergia alata
Black-Eyed Susan Climbing Vine! Great on a trellis or fence!
Bears lovely red-brown flowers from spring through to autumn. It’s a vigorous climber, and will quickly cover a trellis or obelisk. An attractive and cheerful evergreen vine that sprawls along the ground and clambers up on anything that will support it. Produces very large, brightly colored flowers all Summer.
Grow in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny spot. It can also be grown in containers. Regular deadheading will prolong flowering. Great for baskets, large containers, and upright vining areas. Heat Tolerant.
Common Name: Black Eyed Susan Vine
Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)
Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Climbing, Trailing
Characteristics: Attracts Bees, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance
General Information: Use on a trellis in mixed containers or as a unique hanging basket item.
- Light: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Role: Thriller Climber
- Fertilizer: Every two weeks
- Height: 72-96 inches
- Spacing: 24 inches