Thunbergia alata Salmon Shades

Half-hardy Annual
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• Flowers in : Summer to Autumn
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Baskets, Trellis
• Height : 5 feet

Description

Very attractive, vigorous climber in unique soft salmon shades, each with a distinct central black eye. Perfect for containers or in hanging baskets. Height: 120-150cm (4-5ft).

Sowing Instructions

Sow March to April. Soak seeds overnight in cold water before sowing. Sow at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a free draining, damp seed compost. Cover with a layer of compost, 6mm (1/8 inch) deep. Place in a propagator or seal container in a polythene bag until after germination which takes 10-21 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination.

Growing Instructions

Transplant when large enough to handle into 13cm (5 inch) pots. Grow on in cooler, well lit conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12 inches) apart. For pot plants, plant into loam-based soil in 20cm (8 inch) pots. Grow on with plenty of light, but shade from direct sun. Remove spent flowers regularly.

Aftercare

Prefers a sunny, sheltered, warm site. Flowers mid summer to autumn.