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Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie'

Also Known As

  • Blushing Susie Black-Eyed-Susan Vine

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 2'-5'
  • W: 1'-5'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie' plant details

Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer cream and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rosy mix of colors with dark, dimpled centers bloom all summer. A heat-loving vine for twining up trellises or spilling over baskets.

Gardening facts about Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie' plant

How to Grow Thunbergia alata 'Blushing Susie'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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