Holding black-eyed Susanne on the balcony

The right planter

For Window boxes(€ 7.99 at Amazon *) the black-eyed Susanne is not suitable. The boxes are too small and not deep enough. Planters or large pots in which the plant can spread well are better.

When fully grown, the climbing plant can reach a height of two meters. She needs one Climbing aidso that the shoots can meander upwards. You can also use the black-eyed Susanne in one Hanging basket(€ 10.99 at Amazon *) draw. The shoots then hang down for a long time. It is beneficial if you attach the traffic light to the balcony railing.

Black-eyed Susanne does not tolerate waterlogging at all. The pot needs a large drainage hole, which you cover with a pottery shard. If the soil is too firm, mix in some sand to make it more permeable.

Find a suitable location

Black-eyed Susanne needs at least three hours of sun a day to develop numerous beautiful flowers. A south-facing balcony is ideal.

However, the Location not be drafty. With too much wind, the black-eyed Susanne remains rather small and puny. she then blooms less. The best conditions are:

• Sunny to slightly partial shade
• Warm
• Protected from drafts

Care for black-eyed Susanne on the balcony

In the pot, you have to water the black-eyed Susanne more often when it is dry. When the top layer of the earth is dry, the plant needs water again.

Make sure that the water can drain away. Any watering water that collects in the saucer should be poured out as soon as possible.

On the balcony you should see the black-eyed Susanne with new ones every two weeks Nutrients supply. Use a commercially available ornamental plant fertilizer or organic fertilizer such as Horn shavings(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) and ripe compost.

Tips & Tricks

The black-eyed Susanne leaves her in the pot leaves hang, it may be too damp or the temperature may be too low. Find another location and protect the pot from too much rainwater.