Growing Mexican Hymenocallis, a query
ConroeJoe@aol.com (Sun, 01 Aug 2004 18:54:42 PDT)

Hi,

I was reading information recently about the Mexican species of
Hymenocallis--they are a mixed bag.  It is hard to find good information about some of them
other than that some grow along rivers and streams and others come from more
xeric conditions. 

I suppose those from riverine areas might do well with big pots (10-gallon or
more) and sandy loam, watered well from late winter till at least midsummer. 
But, I'm not really sure about that, and I suspect that they might be OK here
outside year round in big pots as long as they have fast-draining soil.  But,
I'm just guessing.

As for the xeric types, I think they might  like similar soil but would enjoy
rain protection part of the year. 

If anyone has any other information I'd enjoy hearing about these plants. 
I've got a few seeds of different types coming along and am trying to decide
what to do for them. 

Cordially,

Joe, still warm and humid, no rain for 2 weeks