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    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.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports' plant

    How to Grow Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sport of Sports'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Hibiscus 'Tosca'

    aka Hibiscus mutabilis x syriacus 'Tosca', Tosca Rose of Sharon

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4'-12'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus 'Tosca' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Hibiscus schizopetalus

    aka Hibiscus schizopetalus 'Japanese Lantern', Coral Hibiscus, Fringed Hibiscus, Japanese Lantern, Japanese Lantern Hibiscus

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-12

    Size

    Height: 6'-8'

    Width: 5'-6'

    • sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Hibiscus schizopetalus flower by Ziqqy J
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    Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

    aka Hibiscus tiliaceus 'Variegatus', Hibiscus tiliaceus tricolor, Talipariti tiliaceum 'Albo-Variegatus', Mahoe Sea Hibiscus, Sea Hibiscus, Tricolor Hibiscus, Variegated Beach Hibiscus, Variegated Mahoe

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-11

    Size

    Height: 8'

    Width: 8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated] foliage by Almost Eden
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    Hibiscus denudatus

    aka Paleface, Rock Hibiscus

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus denudatus by Stan Shebs
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    Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    aka Abelmoschus moschatus var. tuberosus, Hibiscus abelmoschus, Hibiscus rhodopetalus, Hibiscus sagittaefolius, Hibiscus subnudus, Climbing hibiscus, Musk mallow

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 1'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
    Photo of Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus flower by Peter Richardson
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