Hibiscus Yellow Fellow
Family
Malvaceae
Origin
Mascarene Islands
Description
Hibiscus 'Yellow Fellow' has a 7-9 inch solid yellow flower. The leaves are deeply lobed.This is a exotic hibiscus.
Yellow Fellow hibiscus have larger flowers with elaborately ruffled petals, frequently have unusual color patterns. They are slow grower.
Environment
Hibiscus is heat tolerant and prefers neutral to acidic, well-drained soil and full sun.
Being a fast growing plant, hibiscus prefer well drained rich soil and regular watering. Thoroughly water to moisten the entire root-ball each time you water. Allow the soil to become slightly dry between watering approximately to a depth of between 1/2" deep for small containers to 1" deep for large containers. Never keep the soil soggy. Avoid using a saucer or empty any excess water from it 30-40 minutes after watering.
Landscape Use
Ideal for container plant or mixed border. Hibuscus plants are almost constantly visited by a variety of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.