Dear Joe; I notice no response about L. aurea so I'll throw in some thoughts. Lycoris aurea is often mis-identified especially if it came from a commercial source. The true species is the largest in the genus with foliage as much as an inch across and a yard long. Also very succulent. It is very frost sensitive. In pots they'd need even more protection and probably will not bloom reliable north of Zone 9(protected) or 10. It is probably the tenderest of all readily available Lycoris species. Contrary to all the advice you seem to have already received, I'd give them ample water almost year round with some reduction in summer, but do not allow to bake dry. They do like a summer warm dormancy, but not a dry baking. They enjoy a lot of water especially in spring. In nature they grow in some shade such as the edge of woods so experience a few hours per day of direct sun and mostly dappled or deeper shade. If given the choice I'd plant them on the east side of the house giving them exposure to less intense morning sun and afternoon shade. Not sure about pH needs, but I'd guess neutral to slightly acid, good drainage. Good luck. Jim W. -- Dr. James W. Waddick Near KCI Airport Kansas City Missouri 64152-2711 USA Ph. 816-746-1949 Zone 5 Record low -23F Summer 100F +