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Black-eyed susan vine 'African Sunset'

Thunbergia alata

African Sunset is part of the Thunbergia genus and is a Black-eyed susan vine variety. Its scientific name is Thunbergia alata 'African Sunset'. It grows mainly as an Annual, which means it typically only grows best for a single growing season. African Sunset is known for growing with a vine-like habit to a height of approximately 2.43 metres (that's 7.90 feet in imperial).

African Sunset Black-eyed susan vine is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

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How to grow Black-eyed susan vine 'African Sunset'

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Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that African Sunset is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. The USDA Hardiness Zones typically associated with African Sunset are Zone 9 and Zone 10.

Growing African Sunset from seed

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 23°C / 73°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing African Sunset about 21 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting African Sunset

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as African Sunset is a tender plant.

Harvesting African Sunset

Black-eyed susan vine 'African Sunset' information

How long does African Sunset take to grow?

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