Hanging Basket Black Eye Susan

This plant requires direct sun to thrive. For the best flowering results and to maintain its fast growth rate, place it in a location that receives full, unobstructed sunlight throughout the day.

While it is often used as a hanging basket plant, it is not an air-purifying houseplant and requires significant direct light. It is best suited for outdoor vertical spaces or very bright, sun-drenched sunrooms.

No, the Black-Eyed Susan vine (Thunbergia alata) is not considered pet-safe. It is best to keep this hanging basket in an area that is inaccessible to curious pets.

It depends on your climate. The plant is a tender perennial in zones 9-10, meaning it can survive outdoors year-round in those warmer regions. In cooler climates, it is treated as an annual and will not survive a frost.

This is a fast-growing vine that can reach a mature height of up to 8 feet. Because of its trailing habit, you should ensure your hanging basket is mounted securely to support the weight and length of the vines as they grow.

Yes, this plant is not drought-tolerant. You will need to monitor the soil moisture regularly, especially in hanging baskets, which tend to dry out faster than ground-planted containers.