" if it were not for the dedication of Dell who has been in charge since 2002 and helped IBS with the same before then. and While this is evidently true and we all thank Dell for his efforts, it would be unfair not mention that on many, I emphasize, many, occasions most or the whole burden of the BX was supported by Mary Sue's generous donations. Some times known items but on others very rare ones were supplied to be shared through the BX from her extensive collection. Dear Friends, These two recent comments and discussion of rare plant collections seem well suited. The PBS BX continues to be a source of extremely rare bulbous plants that are ONLY available from dedicated collectors. Mary Sue has been extremely generous, but the latest BX with a unique selection of Cyclamen offered by new comer Fereydoun Sharifi highlights the value of the BX and PBS. Numerous other donors have been very generous with seeds and bulbs of plants that are totally unavailable through any other means AND at ridiculously low cost. Many are extremely rare in the wild, prohibitively expensive or very difficult to obtain. I have to remind all members of this FREE on line elist that it is supported totally through the paid membership in PBS. Membership in PBS also allows readers to purchase these bargain rarities posted on the BX. This is a very cooperative relationship. Joining PBS helps to support this discussion, allows purchase of an amazing selection of BX offerings and much more. Volunteers like Dell, Mary Sue and many others make all the wheels turn. The PBS BOD meets regularly to improve all offerings of PBS. Conservation is just one of PBS' core interests. Congrats to all involved. 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 +