Hello to everyone. I joined the mailing list several weeks ago but have only just got around to introducing myself. I live in the UK, in the North West, county of Cheshire. Winters are very variable, but we rarely get snow. I have had an off and on interest in gardening and growing plants over the years. For the last couple of years I have been reinstating my collection of Fritillairia. Having only around 12 species so far, I have a way to go, there are many, as you all know! I would welcome feedback and advice and I will offer my thoughts as and when needed. Six species of Fritillaria are already sprouting in their pots which gives me an upbeat feeling for the Spring to come! Have a good 2009 everyone, and I hope we can all ride the economic roller coaster and find ourselves remaining positive for what will be, it seems a difficult year for many. With my regards, David Goulding Warrington Cheshire UK