Thunbergia laurifolia (Blue Trumpet Vine) - Video 2

Botanical name: Thunbergia laurifolia

Common names: Blue Trumpet Vine, Blue Sky vine, Laurel-leaved thunbergia

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: India, Malaysia

USDA Zone: 9-11

Vine or creeper plantPlant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Thunbergia laurifolia


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Thunbergia laurifolia (Blue Trumpet Vine) light blue flower close up surrounded by dark green leaves

Blue Trumpet Vine, Blue Sky vine, Scrambling sky flower. The most striking blue flowered vine in the world, with a robust and twining habit producing long hanging clusters of 3" sky blue funnel shaped flowers from fall through spring, displayed throughout it's dense deep green foliage. Very fast-growing.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
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500 ml (16 oz)
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10"/3 gal pot
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$49.95