At 23:38 14-06-2005, J.E. Shields wrote: >Hi Carol and all, > >We are assuming that the plant to which you refer is Hymenocallis caribaea Herb. This species is, as its name implies, from the Caribbean area. It is a tropical and subtropical plant. It does not take kindly to temperatures that are as low as 50°F for long. > >I would not let it go dormant, nor would I subject it to chilling. While it may survive chilling, it is also likely to rot when chilled. It should remain evergreen and retain leaves all year. > >Good luck! > >Jim Shields >in central Indiana Just as long as it flowers without going dormant! I will have to try it out and see. Carol