Yes, Jim, I grow straight Hyacinthus orientalis (it's in bloom now). You will find a photo on my website. The species offers the durability and fragrance of the hybrids but none of the stiffness or gaudiness. It also increases well by offsets. Russell At 09:15 AM 4/7/2004 -0500, you wrote: >Dear all; > As the hyacinths are looking past their peak, I got to wondering- > dangerous, I know. > Does anyone grow the species instead of these gaudy cultivars? Russell Stafford Odyssey Bulbs 8984 Meadow Lane, Berrien Springs, Michigan 49103 269-471-4642 http://www.odysseybulbs.com/