{"product_id":"thunbergia-alata-orange-eye","title":"Thunbergia alata ‘Orange Eye’ (Suzana cu ochi negri)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThunbergia alata ‘Orange Eye’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, also known as the “Black-eyed Susan vine,” is a tropical climbing plant valued for its vibrant orange flowers with a dark center. Native to East Africa, this species is often grown as an annual in temperate regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌼 General characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e annual climber (perennial in frost-free areas)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Acanthaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e up to 2.4 meters in a single season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e dark green, heart-shaped or triangular, with slightly toothed edges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e orange with a dark center (dark brown or black), about 3.8–5 cm in diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e from spring until the first frost \u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e☀️ Environmental requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e prefers full sun; tolerates partial shade but flowering may be reduced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e rich in organic matter, well drained, with neutral pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moderate; keep soil lightly moist, avoiding excess water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ideal between 18°C and 30°C; does not tolerate temperatures below 4°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌿 Care and maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupport:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e requires support structures such as trellises, fences, or pergolas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e not necessary; removing faded flowers can encourage blooming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWintering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in areas with cold winters, it can be grown in pots and brought indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🐝 Benefits and uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAttracts pollinators:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e suitable for vertical gardens, hanging baskets, containers, and as temporary ground cover (does not withstand frost).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e adds a splash of color and liveliness to any space \u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThunbergia alata ‘Orange Eye’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a climbing plant with abundant flowering and easy care, bringing a touch of the exotic and color to the garden or terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers may show variations in shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe displayed price is for a plant with or without flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"10 cm pot","offer_id":54519138746694,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/Thunbergia_alata_Orange_Eye.jpg?v=1747683988","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-at\/products\/thunbergia-alata-orange-eye","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}