I also posted this in the Hibiscus forum.
I'm looking into joining with some tropical hibiscus growers/admirers/collectors. and starting a NC/SC chapter of the American Hibiscus Society.
Check out the AHS website and see if you or someone you know might be interested. You don't have to be an expert, just enjoying these great plants is enough!
www.americanhibiscus.org
Barb
possible NC/SC chapter of the American Hibiscus Society