Jim: Eucomis bicolor has appeared the most tender here compared to E. autumnalis, E. comosa, E. montana, and E. pole-evansii. Do you plant your Eucomis deeply? Mr. Kelly M. Irvin 10850 Hodge Ln Gravette, AR 72736 USA 479-787-9958 USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 6a/b http://www.irvincentral.com/ James Waddick wrote: >> Responding to Adam Fisko: I got mine at a local nursery that has >> since gone out of business;.... (And I've never succeeded with any >> Eucomis outside, though I'm in the process of trying again). >> > > Dear Jim, > I have had success with E. bicolor outdoors here and urge you > to try that species, too. Slow to emerge, but most reliable. > > Best Jim W. >