I think this is a Rhododenron??? I'm not an expert on flora, that's for sure! There are many of these plants at the University of B.C. Botanical Garden, and this bench was perfectly placed for a gratuitous self-portrait.
Nikon F80
,Nikkor AF 50mm f/1.8 f/4 1/20 sec * Fuji Superia Reala * Fill flash
full exif