{"product_id":"thunbergia-laurifolia-8-pot","title":"Thunbergia Laurifolia - 8\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThunbergia laurifolia, commonly called Laurel Clockvine or Blue Trumpet Vine, is a fast-growing, woody, evergreen climber from the Acanthaceae family. It produces clusters of showy, pale-blue to lavender trumpet-shaped flowers with a pale-yellow throat, set against glossy lance-shaped foliage, making it a favourite for vertical greening in Indian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to India and Southeast Asia, it thrives in the warm, humid conditions found across much of the country. Once established it grows rapidly and can quickly drape over pergolas, arches, fences and trellises, offering dense shade and near year-round bloom in frost-free regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is well suited to large garden spaces where its vigorous habit can be guided over sturdy supports, and it responds well to regular pruning to keep it within bounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcanthaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia and Southeast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClimbs 6-12 m with support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-6 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy lance-shaped green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale blue to lavender with yellow throat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear-round in warm climates, peaking in monsoon and cooler months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical (frost-free)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade; flowers best in full sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil evenly moist; water regularly in summer, reduce in winter. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter; tolerates a wide pH range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 20-35 C; sensitive to frost, protect below 10 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed monthly during growing season with a balanced fertilizer; reduce phosphorus-heavy feeds that limit blooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune hard after the main flowering flush to control its vigorous spread and encourage fresh growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIf container-grown, repot every 1-2 years into a larger pot with fresh soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy stem cuttings or root division; cuttings root readily in the warm season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally hardy; watch for aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and whiteflies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Covering pergolas, arches, trellises, fences and boundary walls\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Creating shade over patios and garden seating areas\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Screening for privacy and softening unsightly structures\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant at the onset of the monsoon (June-July) so the vine establishes quickly with natural rainfall. Provide a strong, permanent support from the start, as the mature vine becomes heavy and woody.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In peak summer, mulch the root zone and water deeply to keep roots cool. After the main bloom, prune hard to keep it manageable and to trigger a fresh flush of growth and flowers. In northern India, protect young plants from winter cold.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Thunbergia laurifolia grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a vigorous, fast-growing climber that can quickly cover a pergola or fence within a season when given full sun, warmth and regular watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need full sun to flower well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows in both full sun and partial shade, but flowering is heaviest in full sun. Give it at least 4-6 hours of direct light for the best bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep this vine under control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a sturdy support and prune hard after the main flowering flush. Regular trimming keeps its vigorous growth in check and encourages fresh blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256393662710,"sku":"PLT-THUNBERGIALA-P08-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-g-plants-thunbergia-erecta-nana-meyenia-erecta-nana-bush-clock-vine-blue-plant-in-black-grower-pot-355195_12e378ba-6a10-4c55-9f00-780a1ea0a0f5.jpg?v=1783924261","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/thunbergia-laurifolia-8-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}