I would say in my garden, I have found more virus in the tetraploids. Connie and I had an c-mail conversation about this over the summer. It would be a very interesting study. Do the high number of chromosomes actually increase the possibility, because there are more chromosomes to infect? The virus thing has intrigued me the last few years, needless to say.
You know Lefty, I wouldn't throw snow balls or ice balls here for the late NALS introduction. It does most certainly have its perks though. A huge assortment of knowledge is one of the main perks. One day I wish to attend a NALS show and do nothing but lilies for a couple days. Having gone to a the American Peony Society show this year, I most certainly see why one would attend. The amount of knowledgeable people in one place was AMAZING!
Maybe I should contact Robert Griesbach regarding the tetra orientals. I've never met him and he lives so close geographically and have truly appreciated his work from afar. And I am one who firmly believes in thanking the people who have enriched your life. I include you guys in that category, you know.
