Dear All; This reminds me I have not mentioned the bloom right now of Crinum in Kansas City. So far just a few C. bulbispermum from M. Sheppard as seedlings of Les Hannibal's 'Sacremento' strain. Various shades of pink to deep rose. Last summer's drought must have given a boost to a big patch of Crinum x powelli and the alba form. They are huge this year and no sign of flower stalks yet, although they bloom routinely every year. A potted "White Queen' is also putting on a nice show. I have at least another half dozen that need to get a place in the garden, but they do get SO big. Wish more people in this part of the country would try them as mine have been hardy here for years. Best Jim W. -- Dr. James W. Waddick 8871 NW Brostrom Rd. Kansas City Missouri 64152-2711 USA Ph. 816-746-1949 E-fax 419-781-8594 Zone 5 Record low -23F Summer 100F +