Thunbergia alata (Black - eyed Susan) - Image 33

Botanical name: Thunbergia alata

Common name: Black - eyed Susan

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: tropical eastern Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Thunbergia alata (Black-eyed Susan) pink flower close up with dark centers climbing on bamboo stakes.
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Thunbergia alata Spanish Eyes, Terracotta

3221 Thunbergia alata Spanish Eyes, Terracotta

Terracotta Red Black-eyed Susan - a fine fast growing sprawling vine with attractive red flowers.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
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$29.95

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