Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports'

Also Known As

Poodle Hibiscus
Sport of Sports Hibiscus
Yellow El Capitolio Hibiscus

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

10a-12

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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports' plant details

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, tropical-looking, unique, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The large yellow flowers of this unusual Hibiscus are centered with a deep red star from which emerges a long pistil that ends in a fluff of flower petals like a pom-pom. This is a rare form of the El Capitolio Hibiscus and like its parent it is a vigorous, free flowering plant. The El Capitolio Hibiscus' have the potential to flower throughout the year under good conditions and with enough warmth and sunlight.The large flowers often have a streak of white and may even revert to single Hibiscus flowers during the short days of winter. Their unique form, flower size, vigor, and flower power all make the El Capitolio Hibiscus types some of our favorites for large tropical specimens. They can also be used as formal or informal shrubs for hedging and screens, as tree forms, or even trained into large espalier.