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Author:USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database / Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 1: 65.
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Author:USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database / Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 1: 65.
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Thunbergia alataThunbergia alata

Blackeyed Susan Vine

In Stock: 0.996 lb (Total:0.996lb)

Thunbergia alata

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Germination:

80%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

16,464

Quantity:

1 lb

Collected in:

Colorado

Crop year:

2021

Min. hardiness zone:

9

Item ID:

1830525

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: Plant seeds approximately 1/4-1/2" deep in moist, well drained potting soil. Start seeds in small containers from 8-10 weeks prior to the last frost date. Soil temperature must be kept at 75-90F for proper germination.

Other: Germination time is erratic and can take from 10 days to 3 months.

Introducing the Thunbergia alata Blackeyed Susan Vine, a beautiful climbing plant species in the Acanthaceae family that is native to Eastern Africa and has been naturalized in other parts of the world. This herbaceous perennial is perfect for gardens and hanging baskets, where it can grow up to 6-8 feet tall. Its twining stems have heart or arrow-shaped leaves, and the flowers have five petals in warm oranges, reds, yellows, and whites with a characteristic dark spot in the center. Thunbergia alata seed is easy to germinate in humus-rich soil with some sand, and it is a fast grower that blooms quickly with light trimming, encouraging more blossoms. Discover the beauty of the Thunbergia alata Blackeyed Susan Vine today!

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