Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Thunbergia

Thunbergia alata
Variety:
Spanish Eyes


Hardy to:             9a
Plant Height:      6-8'
Spacing:               2-3'
Sun Preference:  Part Shade to Full Sun
Flower Color:     Burnt Red, Rose, Pink, Salmon



This was another flower I was attracted to in my search for climbers.  The package had pink flowers... how could I resist.  Unfortunately the species names were not given so I will attempt to identify after they bloom.

Unique mix of shades for Black-eyed susan vine, including burnt red, rose, pink and salmon.  Begins blooming just 6 weeks after sowing and continues for 6 months.  (from package)

Perennial climber, grown as an annual, with opposite, oval to rounded leaves and trumpet-shaped yellow, orange or white flowers with almost black centers. Great used in containers, trained on trellises, or in hanging baskets.  source

a possible identification on Dave's Garden

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