Thunbergia erecta is a versatile and eye-catching flowering plant that enhances your landscape with its vibrant blooms. Whether grown in pots, along a trellis, or as a garden hedge, it brings year-round greenery and bursts of color in the flowering season.
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Product Name: Thunbergia Erecta Plant
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Botanical Name: Thunbergia erecta
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Common Names: King’s Mantle, Blue Trumpet Vine
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Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub/Vine
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Flower Color: Blue-Purple with Yellow Throat
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Plant Height: 3–6 ft (can spread more with support)
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Bloom Size: 2–3 inches
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Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Watering: Moderate, avoid waterlogging
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Soil Type: Well-drained fertile soil
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Growth Speed: Fast-growing, low-maintenance
🌱 Growing Season in India:
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Best Planting Time: Throughout the year (mild climate preferred)
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Flowering Season: Almost year-round, peak blooming in spring and monsoon
🌿 How to Grow & Care:
✅ Planting Instructions:
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Plant in a pot or directly in garden soil with good drainage
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Provide support if growing as a vine on trellis or fencing
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Space plants 2–3 feet apart for hedge or border planting
✅ Soil Requirement:
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Rich, loamy soil with compost for best growth
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Avoid heavy clay or soggy soil
✅ Sunlight:
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Needs 5–6 hours of sunlight daily
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Can tolerate partial shade
✅ Fertilization:
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Use organic compost or liquid fertilizer every 30–40 days
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Pruning helps encourage fresh flowers and compact growth
🌼 Plant Care Tips:
✔ Prune regularly to maintain shape & promote flowering
✔ Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
✔ Train it on trellis/grill for best ornamental effect
✔ Protect from heavy frost in colder regions
❓ FAQ:
Q1: Can Thunbergia erecta be grown in pots?
Yes, it grows well in medium to large pots with support.
Q2: Is it a fast-growing plant?
Absolutely, it grows quickly and covers fences/trellises beautifully.
Q3: Does it need full sun?
It prefers full sun but also performs well in partial shade.
🌟 Special Features:
✔ Beautiful blue-purple flowers with yellow throats
✔ Evergreen, fast-growing flowering shrub
✔ Excellent for balcony décor, garden borders & hedges
✔ Low maintenance and heat-tolerant
✔ Attracts butterflies and pollinators
📌 Note:
Images are for reference only. Actual plant appearance may vary depending on climate, season, and care.
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