Black-Eyed Susan Vine vs Daisy

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine

Thunbergia alata

Acanthaceae · vines

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Daisy

Bellis perennis

Asteraceae · flowers

EdibleDeer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Zones 10-11)

Daisy (Zones 4-8)

No zone overlap — these plants cannot be grown in the same climate

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Black-Eyed Susan Vine	Daisy
Scientific Name	Thunbergia alata	Bellis perennis
Family	Acanthaceae	Asteraceae
Category	vines	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	8'	6"
Spread	2'	8"
Bloom Season	Summer-Fall	Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Orange, Yellow, White	White, Pink
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	East Africa	Europe
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Black-Eyed Susan Vine

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Daisy

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Black-Eyed Susan Vine

✓Treat as annual in most zones.
✓Provide trellis or let trail from basket.
✓Deadhead for continuous bloom.
✓Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost.

Daisy

✓Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if desired.
✓Tolerates mowing in lawns.
✓Divide in spring or fall.
✓May go dormant in hot summers.
✓Edible flowers add beauty to salads.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Black-Eyed Susan Vine if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 10–11.

Choose Daisy if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy grow in the same hardiness zone?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine grows in USDA zones 10-11, while Daisy grows in zones 4-8. These plants have no overlapping hardiness zones, so they cannot be grown together in the same climate.

Do Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy have the same sun and water needs?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine needs full sun and medium water, while Daisy needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Black-Eyed Susan Vine or Daisy?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine grows taller at 8' compared to Daisy at 6". Black-Eyed Susan Vine spreads 2' while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy deer resistant?

Yes, both Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Black-Eyed Susan Vine or Daisy?

Both Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Black-Eyed Susan Vine	Daisy
Scientific Name	Thunbergia alata	Bellis perennis
Family	Acanthaceae	Asteraceae
Category	vines	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	8'	6"
Spread	2'	8"
Bloom Season	Summer-Fall	Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Orange, Yellow, White	White, Pink
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	East Africa	Europe
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Black-Eyed Susan Vine

✓Treat as annual in most zones.
✓Provide trellis or let trail from basket.
✓Deadhead for continuous bloom.
✓Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost.

Daisy

✓Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if desired.
✓Tolerates mowing in lawns.
✓Divide in spring or fall.
✓May go dormant in hot summers.
✓Edible flowers add beauty to salads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy grow in the same hardiness zone?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine grows in USDA zones 10-11, while Daisy grows in zones 4-8. These plants have no overlapping hardiness zones, so they cannot be grown together in the same climate.

Do Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy have the same sun and water needs?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine needs full sun and medium water, while Daisy needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Black-Eyed Susan Vine or Daisy?

Black-Eyed Susan Vine grows taller at 8' compared to Daisy at 6". Black-Eyed Susan Vine spreads 2' while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy deer resistant?

Yes, both Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Black-Eyed Susan Vine or Daisy?

Both Black-Eyed Susan Vine and Daisy have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.