There’s been a lot of odd comments here. These are some basics: The Genus Lycoris is divided into 2 sub genera: 1) Those that have foliage that appears in spring AFTER winter 2) Those that have foliage that appears in fall BEFORE WINTER and they stay more or less evergreen. The genus does best in a ‘continental temperate climates” with warm summers and cold winters. They do not do well in warm moderate climates or climates that do not have warm summers - these include the UK, Pacific NW, South east and Gulf Coast in general (there are some exceptions. ) I have seen a number of species in China growing in partial shade (under deciduous trees) and in damp areas- stream side or slightly swampy. Many tolerate more sun. Lycoris are NOT TROPICAL. I can only grow those with spring foliage in my climate (Kansas City, MO). Those with winter foliage have damage to most foliage most years and never return, or never or rarely bloom (L. radiata). The hardiest species can grow into Zone 4 with very severe winters in the upper midwest, the tenderest species cannot tolerate long exposure below freezing. There is a wealth of growing information on the PBS web pages and the Plant Delights web site. Google is your friend. Glad to answer specific questions, but Please GOOGLE FIRST. Jim W. _______________________________________________ pbs mailing list pbs@lists.pacificbulbsociety.net http://lists.pacificbulbsociety.net/cgi-bin/…