Trumpet Vine ‘Sunlady’ (Thunbergia hybrid)
Best fast-growing climber for gardeners wanting continuous, butterfly-friendly summer color.
If you need instant, high-impact color, this fast-growing climber is your best bet. It fills trellises and baskets with vibrant, black-eyed yellow blooms almost immediately, though you’ll need a warm climate or a sunny indoor spot to keep that relentless flowering going year-round.
$14.95
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Logees Greenhouses Ltd
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking season-long, high-impact color
- Landscapers needing fast-growing vertical privacy screens
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance tropical beauty
Who should skip it
- Minimalists preferring low-maintenance, slow-growing plants
- Owners of shady gardens or water-restricted landscapes
- Gardeners in cooler climates avoiding seasonal replanting
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Continuous flowering keeps the color vibrant throughout the entire season.
Growth speed
Rapid climbing habit fills trellises and baskets in record time.
Pollinator appeal
Bright yellow blooms act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Climate versatility
Strict temperature requirements limit outdoor success to warm, frost-free zones.
Ease of maintenance
Moderate watering needs make this a straightforward plant for casual gardeners.
Visual impact
Striking black-centered flowers create an immediate, high-contrast focal point.
Key Specs
Pot Size
2.5 inches
Mature Height
1.5- 4 feet
Minimum Indoor Temperatures
55°F
Hardiness Zone
10
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Year Round
Growth Habit
Climbing
Pollinator Attractor
Butterflies
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