On 14 Aug 06, at 18:33, Mary Gutierrez wrote: > this summer I have what appear to be spider mites on my Crocosmia > 'Lucifer' as well as a few different gladiolus. I've never had > this problem before--anyone have experience to share? Spider mites are a known pest of crocosmia. In my experience, 'Solfatare' (or whatever is usually sold under that name) suffers worst and 'Lucifer' generally escapes serious damage. However, the hot weather we had in late July may have encouraged the little devils. Prophylaxis is simple: a spray of water from time to time. -- Rodger Whitlock Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Maritime Zone 8, a cool Mediterranean climate on beautiful Vancouver Island