Dear All, A couple of people suggested we talk about favorite books as they might lead to ideas for Christmas presents. I did a search of messages I have saved that had the word book in them from our discussions and could see that it would take me quite a lot of time to read through all the messages. I am sure I have not found them all, but here are some that people on this list have found valuable gathered together in one place: Brian Mathew's The Crocus "Growing Bulbs" by Martyn Rix Spring and Winter Flowering Bulbs of the Cape by Barbara Jeppe Clive Innes' book, The World of Iridaceae Bulbs of North America edited by Jane McGary And from Alberto: Brian Mathew's "Dwarf Bulbs" Brian's " The Smaller Bulbs" Brian and Kit Grey-Wilson's " Bulbs" And of course in that gold mine in book shape, "Collin's Guide to Bulbs" by Patrick Synge, which is one of the best bulb books of all times, where every comment reflects years of first hand experience. Invaluable for bulbs from cool to cold winter origin. Peter Goldblatt and John Manning's Gladiolus of Southern Africa "Dictionary of Plant Names", published by Timer Press and written by Allen J. Coombes Clivias by Harold Koopowitz Please feel free to elaborate on any of these books, ask questions about them and add the others you love and find yourself turning to often. Mary Sue