How about a message about bulbs for a change? I recently got a new catalog from the Lily Garden in Washington State. I was surprised to see they now sell Crocosmia. As some attentive readers may recall I have been newly enthusiastic about these hardy cultivars. Among their offerings are some new names. I am particularly interested in "Skylight" with blooms on 5 ft stems. Wow. Anyone grow this one yet and any comments? I also like 'Van Noorts Giants' a tall mix with large flowers. And is 'Yellow Lucifer' really as good as its namesake or a poor copy? As I have said before, it took a while to figure out what Crocosmia needed here, but now that I have some success after too many failures, I am a big fan. All are done here except 'Distant Planet' in a shady site. Appreciate any replies with your own experience. 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 +