My 'Curly Fries' is a LOT larger than my 'Dragon Tails' and the entire shape of the mound is different. I enjoy them both, but I don't think they can really be compared. Since we are in similar zones, I wonder why yours don't excite you. It IS supposed to turn whiter/more yellow during the season, of course. I have mine where I can easily see it every time I park on my driveway in summer and I've really enjoyed seeing it there.