On 19 May 08, at 17:29, C.J. Teevan wrote: > I've heard (and my experience at work in an office confirms this) > that some people find the fragrance of paperwhite narcissus utterly > revolting -- describing it as a "stench". Sounds to me like > floral fragrance is largely genetic. Given the well-known genetic component in regard to taste, I have no doubt that similar effects exist vis a vis scent. Paperwhites: a pleasant scent but only when very, very faint. One blossom in the furthrest reaches of the house is adequate. Coming into flower: Tulipa sprengeri, Camassia. The latter has become a weed for me, but the bulbs place themselves so deep it's ineradicable. -- Rodger Whitlock Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Maritime Zone 8, a cool Mediterranean climate on beautiful Vancouver Island