Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) — Climbing

Overview

Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Thunbergia, part of the Acanthaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, city and courtyard gardens and flower borders and beds.

About

Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) is a climbing cultivar of the Thunbergia genus, which includes annual and perennial species known for their twining growth habits and simple, opposite leaves. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and is suitable for use in cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, city and courtyard gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. Interest is provided during spring and summer, with cultivation favouring fertile soil and roots shaded from direct sun.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Thunbergia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H2

Plant details

Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR)

Propagation: Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids, Glasshouse red spider mite, Glasshouse whitefly, Scale insects
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR)?

Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) need?

Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) hardy in the UK?

Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.

How do I propagate Thunbergia alata Lourinha ('Havthun01'PBR)?

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.

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