Hibiscus Seeds – Yellow & Black

Hibiscus ‘Yellow & Black’ is an exotic and eye-catching variety known for its stunning blooms featuring bright yellow petals contrasted with a deep blackish-red center. This tropical beauty adds a dramatic and vibrant touch to gardens, patios, or indoor pots. The plants are admired for their large, showy flowers and lush green foliage, making them a centerpiece in any landscape. Hibiscus is easy to cultivate in warm climates and can be grown as a container plant in cooler regions.

Features:

• Striking bi-colored blooms with yellow petals and a dark center.

• Large flowers that bloom continuously through the warm season.

• Ideal for tropical and subtropical gardens or decorative pots.

• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators.

• Works well as a focal plant in garden beds or containers.

• Tolerant of heat and humidity when grown in full sunlight.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

• Common Name (US): Hibiscus

• Variety: Yellow & Black

• Plant Type: Perennial in warm regions; annual in cooler zones

• Bloom Color: Yellow with dark red/black center

• Bloom Size: 4–6 inches in diameter

• Plant Height: 4–6 feet (can be maintained smaller in pots)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid overwatering

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Days to Bloom: Approximately 100–120 days after germination

• Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow outdoors in warm climates

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

• Growing Season: Spring through Late Summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (can be grown as an annual in Zones 5–8)

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 5–8: April to May

  • Zones 9–10: February to April

  • Zone 11: Year-round

• Use: Ornamental gardens, patios, borders, and tropical landscape accents