Thunbergia Alata Seeds – Red

Create a stunning garden display with Thunbergia Alata Seeds – Red Variety, known for its cascading vines and vibrant red blooms. Also referred to as the Black-Eyed Susan Vine, this fast-growing climber brings an elegant charm to trellises, fences, and hanging baskets. Its vivid, trumpet-shaped flowers and lush green foliage make it a favorite among gardeners looking to add a splash of color and natural beauty to outdoor spaces.

Features:

• Bright Red Blooms: Produces vivid, eye-catching red flowers that contrast beautifully with dark centers.

• Climbing Growth Habit: Ideal for covering trellises, pergolas, or fences with lush, colorful vines.

• Fast Growing: Quick to establish from seed and blooms throughout the warm months.

• Low Maintenance: Thrives in full sunlight and adapts well to containers or garden beds.

• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Thunbergia alata

• Common Name (US): Black-Eyed Susan Vine

• Plant Type: Annual or perennial (depending on climate)

• Flower Color: Red with dark centers

• Plant Height: 4–6 feet (when supported)

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Blooming Season: Late spring to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (Perennial); Grown as annual in cooler zones

• Planting Season:

  • Spring (Zones 7–11): Sow indoors from February–April, transplant after last frost.

  • Summer (Zones 9–11): Can be directly sown outdoors from May–June.

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

• Uses: Ideal for hanging baskets, trellises, fences, balconies, and vertical gardens