Susie Orange Black Eye Vine, Thunbergia Seeds
Key Attributes
Key Attributes
Product Details
Weight
0.01Depth
0.15Height
4.5Width
3.25Plant Height
3-6'Botanical Name
Thunbergia altaSeed Type
SeedSeeds Per Gram
38Seeds Per Pound
17,200Packet
50 SeedsSow Depth
1/8"Seeds Per Ounce
1,075Breed
Open-pollinatedSun
Full SunGrowing Conditions
Hanging BasketsLife Cycle
AnnualSow Method
TransplantCategories
FlowersDays To Maturity (# Days)
90Seeds Per Acre
50 lbsComponents
Growing Instructions
Learning Download: How to Grow Thunbergia
Thunbergia is native to eastern Africa, and it is a climbing plant. Since it is a vining plant, it can grow well in fence rows, on trellises, mailbox posts, in a hanging container or up lampposts.
Before Planting: The seeds are sown directly into the garden, but they can be started indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost. Amend soil with compost prior to planting.
Planting: Wait until the last frost has passed before directly seeding. Thunbergia seeds will take a while to germinate, up to 25 days.
Watering: Thunbergia does not tolerate drought well, so this is something to look out for especially in you are growing them in containers.
Fertilizer: Adding a general-purpose fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks.
Days to Maturity: Thunbergia flowers will bloom from summer through fall.
Harvesting: Since they are a vining pant, these flowers are not great to harvest and display indoors.
Tips: These plants grow well in full sun or light shade, however, if you are planting them in a hotter region, it is best to make sure the plants receive afternoon shade.
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