Thunbergia, Black-Eyed Susan Vine 'Lemon Star'

I have grown this in two different regions...Andover and Rolla, Kansas. It has gone bananas in both areas. Of course it is an annual in...Read More both of these regions, and I have not been successful in even finding seeds, much less propagate by seed. I also have not had luck rooting cuttings either, even with rooting hormone. Vigorous, fast-growing vine, yet not invasive (in this area, anyway) with tons of gorgeous yellow flowers that last all day long.

I have noticed while it does like to climb, it also will vigourously vine along the ground, and I believe if several were planted close together, this might make a gorgeous ground-cover, as long as you didn't have other plants or items you would mind covered with the upward growth.

It does well in this area with other vines, and does not tend to overtake them. I have had them planted with the Giant Moonflower (Andover) and with a Passion Flower vine (Rolla). It co-exists beautifully with both vines, and would probably be able to stand its ground with Morning Glory and 4 O'Clocks. I have another one for this year and will try growing with both Morning Glory & 4 O'Clock.

Of all the flowers I grew last year, this Black-Eyed Susan Vine was the most outstanding. It was easy to care for and spread quickly ove...Read Morer the entire trellis and onto the roof over my carport. I grew it in a 14" diameter pot, in the sun, and watered frequently, though it can tolerate some dryness (just not for an extended period). It bloomed all summer and into the fall before dying in late October (I'm in Zone 6B).

I did note that the literature says it is a self-seeder, but my plant last year produced no seeds at all (I kept looking for them). Could it be that I had a male plant? Does anyone know about the reproduction of these vines? I would love to see a picture of the seeds/pod, if anyone has one.

I have started a new Susan Vine, in an apricot color, for this year, and it is taking off to a great start. Highly recommend this plant if you need a trellis covered quickly!