They are white! Well, strictly speaking, I think they are actually very very pale green. But let's not get technical shall we? Let's just be happy. It's been an incredibly long wait to see these blooms. Three years to be exact. Now I know why I wanted to plant them in the first place. They are so darned cheerful! And huge.   Do you think they are related to hibiscus? BRB... Well, bust my buttons... the Wiki says yes. They are in the family...

Malvaceae

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malvaceae There is one more plant growing next to this one. Smaller, but with buds. We'll see if it is a Hollyhock of a different color. Patience Cupcake. Patience.