Thunbergia erecta

Also Known As

Bush Clock Vine
King's Mantle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

9a-11

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Thunbergia erecta plant details

Thunbergia erecta is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thunbergia erecta

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thunbergia erecta

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

THUMBERGIA ERECTA ~ BUSH, an erect shrub-like bush with bluish purple morning glory-like tubular flowers with a yellow throat. May be pruned and used as a hedge in the south. A great container plant in the north. Likes sun. Everblooming.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

An everblooming small shrub-like perennial. The 2" purple trumpets with yellow throats are held against dark-green glossy foliage. Slowly creates a dense upright tropical evergreen shrub where protected from frost.