Groundcover and Vines – Black-Eyed Susan Vine

Botanical name: thunbergia alata

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: spreads up to 8 ft

Bloom time: summer, fall, winter

Hardy zone: zones 10-12

Flower color: orange, yellow, white, pink, red

Foliage color: green

Growth rate: can climb about 3-4 ft per year

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed, prune during the flowering season to promote more flowers and a longer blooming period

Propagation methods: layering method

Landscape use: hanging baskets, trailing vines up fences, houses, and mailboxes

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: attracts pollinators

Watering instructions: allow the first 1-2 inches of soil to completely dry between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release liquid fertilizer once a year in the spring

Best time to plant: spring

Best type of soil: adapts to all types of soil

Companion plants: passion flower, morning glory vine

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

Invasive species: yes