I've found N. 'Albivetta' a particularly congenial Nerine in the greenhouse, though I haven't tested it below 32o. It has the advantage of going dormant in mid-winter then sprouting in spring, showing no need for protection from rain then. It dependably bears lovely white flowers in October-November and increases nicely. Jim Jones Lexington, MA -----Original Message----- From: Nhu Nguyen <xerantheum@gmail.com> To: Betty Montgomery <BMontgomery40@gmail.com>; Pacific Bulb Society <pbs@lists.ibiblio.org> Sent: Sat, Oct 5, 2013 11:50 am Subject: [pbs] Nerines/ bowdenii for cold climates Hi everyone, Could anyone give Betty tips on growing nerines in USDA zone 7? Since this is a useful topic, please reply to all so that Betty will also get the message. Thanks, Nhu On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 8:15 PM, Betty Montgomery <BMontgomery40@gmail.com>wrote: > I live in the up country of South Carolina in zone 7. I want to try to > grow Nerines and I understand that bodenii are the hardiest variety.... and > might grow in zone 7 with extra winter protection. 1. Are there any hybrids > that are more cold hardy? 2. Where is a good source for ordering Nerines? > 3. Do you have any special hints for growing these wonderful flowers? Thank > you very much for your help. Sincerely, Betty Montgomery -- Pacific Bulb > Society web site email: website@pacificbulbsociety.org