>A simple solution to the curling is a rubber band stretched around the >cut end... Thanks Kelly, I am usually not that organized. My apologies too in my previous post. All the Lycoris and Lilies are in the ground year round and perfectly hardy. The Crinum american and various Zephyranthes are strictly potted items. Most of these do very well in pots kept frost free in winter. They take a bit of periodic watering to stay in good health. Wish the rain lilies were hardier for me and I have yet to try the Crinum. Maybe ? Best Jim W. -- Dr. James W. Waddick 8871 NW Brostrom Rd. Kansas City Missouri 64152-2711 USA Ph. 816-746-1949 Zone 5 Record low -23F Summer 100F +