The Black Eyed Susan vine looks similar to the better-known wildflower, but there are plenty of differences. The sunny yellow of a Black Eyed Susan flower is just one of the colors found on this vine flower. They also come in orange and white, all with the dark center that contrasts with the petal colors. There are five petals on each 2-inch-wide flower. This is a fast-growing vine tthat can get to 10 feet in warm climates. In most zones, the Black Eyed Susan vine is an annual, but in zones 9 – 10 it will come back again as a perennial.
The vine is perfect to brighten up fences, columns, gazebos and trellises. It also makes an interesting flower to plant in a hanging basket. It likes moist soil with good drainage and will do best when fertilized regularly. It should be planted in full sun, but will tolerate partial sun. They can be planted right aftr the last frost or they can be started indoors sooner for faster growth. Cuttings of this vine grow well in moist soil. Once you have this vine growing, it’s easy to share with friends!
Black Eyed Susan vine blooms from April through August. It grows to a height of 5 to 10 feet. The seeds should be planted at a depth of 1/4 inch and germination is in 10 to 15 days.