Botanical Name: Thunbergia alata 'Yellow Form'
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Common Name: Black Eyed Susan Vine  
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Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual, Vine

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Steve Mullany
  • Description

  • Notes

This tender vine is usually started from seeds and treated as an annual. It is a twining climber, growing from 3 to 6 feet; needs support. Flowers are funnel-shaped, and are cream to yellow, with a black eye. Best flower displays are in late summer to early fall. Annual.