Black Eyed Susan Yellow (Thunbergia alata) All Time Flowering Live Plant

The Black Eyed Susan Yellow (Thunbergia alata) is a fast-growing, low-maintenance flowering vine that produces abundant orange-yellow blooms with a distinctive deep black centre. This ornamental climber thrives in warm climates, adding a vibrant splash of colour year-round. Perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners, it enhances any garden with its bright, cheerful flowers and easy ca... Read Full Description

The Black Eyed Susan Yellow (Thunbergia alata) is a fast-growing, low-maintenance flowering vine that produces abundant orange-yellow blooms with a distinctive deep black centre. This ornamental climber thrives in warm climates, adding a vibrant splash of colour year-round. Perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners, it enhances any garden with its bright, cheerful flowers and easy care requirements.

Plant Type	Well Rooted Plant
Family	Acanthaceae
Common Name	Black Eyed Susan Vine, Orange Clock Vine, Bright Eyes Vine, Yellow Thunbergia, Susan Vine
First Bloom	1 month
Plant Size	Approximately 2 ft
Colour	Orange-yellow
Temperature	15°C to 30°C
Sunlight	Full sun / Partial
Flowering Frequency	Throughout The Year
Maintenance Required	Easy

🌼 Why Choose Black Eyed Susan Yellow?

Vibrant & Eye-Catching Blooms 

The bright orange-yellow, five-petaled flowers feature a deep brown or black centre, creating a bold and striking contrast that enhances any outdoor space.

Pollinator-Friendly 

Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, promoting biodiversity and a healthy ecosystem in your garden.

Fast-Growing & Adaptable 

This vine quickly establishes itself and can be trained to grow on trellises, fences, balconies, and hanging baskets, making it ideal for both large and compact spaces. 

Low Maintenance & Drought-Tolerant 

Once established, it requires very little care, making it an excellent choice for busy gardeners who still want a lush, flowering garden. 

🌿 Plant Care Tips:

Sunlight:

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. For the best flowering results, ensure 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Ensure 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily to maximise flowering. Avoid full shade as it reduces blooming frequency.

Soil:

Prefers well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Use a mix of garden soil, sand, and compost in equal parts for optimum growth.

Watering:

Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Allow the topsoil to dry slightly between watering. Reduce watering during winters when the plant enters dormancy.

Pruning:

Regularly trim dead flowers and leaves to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back vines if they become too long or tangled

Temperature:

The ideal range is 15°C to 30°C. Protect from frost or grow as an annual in colder regions.

Fertiliser:

Feed every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with organic fertilisers like fish amino acids or neem cake. For more blooms, use bone meal or Epsom salt sparingly. Avoid over-fertilising to prevent excessive foliage growth.

Common Pests:

The Black Eyed Susan plant is generally pest-resistant, but occasional infestations of aphids, spider mites, or whiteflies may occur. Treat with neem oil or Beauveria Bassiana to keep pests under control.

Support:

Plant near a trellis, arbor, fence, creeper net, or any sturdy support structure to encourage climbing and healthy growth.

Potting Options:

Suitable for growing in 12-inch pots, hanging baskets, grow bags, or directly in the ground.

⚠️ Common Issues and Remedies

Yellowing Leaves:

Yellowing leaves often occur due to overwatering, poor drainage, or nutrient deficiencies. To fix this, allow the soil to dry slightly between watering, use well-draining soil, and apply a balanced fertiliser every 2-4 weeks.

Poor Flowering:

Occurs when the plant produces more leaves than blooms due to excess nitrogen, insufficient sunlight, or lack of pruning

Powdery mildew:

A fungal disease appearing as a white powdery coating on leaves, thrives in humid conditions with poor air circulation.

Root Rot:

Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Note: There are quite a few processes and steps to be done by us to make sure the plants are shipped very safely. Hence please allow us 5-7 business days for processing and shipping your orders. Orders are usually shipped on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure that the shipments are not held up during weekends.

Plants if damaged while transit will be replaced free of cost. We will need uncut unboxing video for processing the replacement