Flaming Wind Tropical Hibiscus

'Flaming Wind' Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) 

Location: Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii 

This hibiscus cultivar is called Flaming Wind.  The hardy shrub has smooth green leaves and it bears velvety scarlet blossoms year-round.  Each blossoms lasts only for a day or so, but new ones pop out continually.  Flaming Wind's brilliant color makes it a real eye-catcher in the garden.