Tropical Hibiscus 'Fort Myers Yellow' – Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Overview

'Fort Myers Yellow' is a vibrant tropical hibiscus cultivar (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) named for the Florida city. It produces large, clear yellow flowers with a slight red eye, bringing sunny color to tropical gardens and containers.

Botanical Profile

Flower & Growth

Flowers are 6–8 inches wide, single, bright yellow with a small red throat. The plant is a vigorous, upright evergreen shrub reaching 6–8 feet in ground, smaller in containers. Foliage is glossy green.

Cultivation

• Zones: 10–11; container elsewhere.
• Light: Full sun for best bloom.
• Soil: Well-drained, acidic, rich.
• Water: Even moisture.
• Fertilizer: High-potassium fertilizer for flowering.

Uses

Excellent for hedges, screens, or as a specimen in tropical landscapes. The yellow flowers glow in evening light.