A humidifier? I just bought one of these and am also in Ohio and can't find information yet on how to care for them. Some say mist them, others say that is the worst thing to do. My humidity is around 50% inside and I'm wishing it was higher. I have one of those zip-up "4 tier greenhouse" things that I may try. The plant in a tray with pebbles in it and water in the tray inside the zipped enclosure. The "greenhouse" is in an east window-does anybody know if this is ok? Most sources say not to be in direct light, but I don't see east windows as being that direct. Any thoughts folks? I really would like to know what soil to repot it in since I can't get specific answers from that pages that I've checked.

I let my seeds dry on the plant, until the little pod was really brown, then picked the pods and collected the seeds. I don't think Vietnamese hollyhocks are available in any other color. Mine died to the ground last year, but came back this year, however they were smaller than the first year...only reaching between 18" and 2'. Don't know if that means they are in decline or not. They still bloomed nicely. And I haven't planted any of the seeds yet, so don't know how well they do. Sadly, Tony isn't with the group any more, so we can't easily check with him. Marcia

I didn't think anyone could beat sguanzon but I got sunnysmiles51 seeds today 105 wants sent wow and she also sent seeds for everyone. I also got three shy acres seeds today everyones bags are bursting I am only waiting on 3 more queen of diamonds ilovefarac mkruby I'm not sure whats up with mkruby I'm going to try e-mailing her one more time before we get all the seeds in if I don't hear from her I will cross reference her seeds to everones lists like I'm doing with gardenwitches seeds.Patty

Annie wins. It was indeed my recipe. If you would be so kind as to post it for us, that would be great. I have misplaced it at the moment. :/ As for the recipes that were sent: From Nikki, prepared by Shirley Stick of butter (yum) 1-2 cups brown sugar Juice of 1 lemon 3 tbs soy sauce onion powder Green beans Bacon Either use can of whole green beans or blanch fresh green beans in vegetable broth till tender. Wrap green beans in little bundles using bacon. Make a sauce with remaining ingredients and pour over the bundles. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes and remove cover. Continue baking until bacon is cooked to your liking. From Jayeanne prepared by Nikki Cinnamon Rolls Biscuit CINNAMON Roll!! Sticky Bun Breakfast Ring: 2 small tubes refrigerator buttermilk biscuits OR 1 tube Pillsbury Grands buttermilk biscuits 3 Tbsp. butter, melted 1/2 C. pancake syrup (any brand you like, I used Mrs. Buttersworth) 1/3 C. packed light brown sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 C. chopped pecans, optional 1/4 C. chopped almonds, optional Instructions: Spray a fluted pan with non-stick spray. Combine the melted butter and syrup in a small bowl and set aside. In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts (if desired). Place about half of the syrup mixture in the bottom of the pan. Then sprinkle half of the brown sugar mixture on top. Lay the biscuits on the bottom of the pan, overlapping edges (closely together) to form a ring. Top with remaining syrup and sugar mixtures. Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 1 minute in the pan, then invert onto a serving platter and enjoy! ** You can use 1 1/2 tubes of the Pillsbury Grands buttermilk biscuits if 1 doesn't' seem like enough) and bake it for about 30 minutes. Sent by Annie, prepared by me Sweep potato casserole CRUST 1 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup flour 1 cup chopped pecans 1/3 stick butter -- melted (Do not omit or reduce this amount) SWEET POTATO MIXTURE 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (can or fresh) 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs -- well beaten 1 stick butter -- melted Combine brown sugar, flour, nuts and butter in mixing bowl. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine sweet potatoes, sugar, salt, vanilla, eggs and butter in a mixing bowl in the order listed. Mix thoroughly. Pour mixture into buttered baking dish (8 x8). Sprinkle the surface of the sweet potato mixture evenly with the crust mixture. Bake for 30 minutes. Allow to set at least 30 minutes (covered with foil) before serving. Serves 6 NOTE: When I make this, I usually do it x 3 or 4 and then use a much larger dish. Sent by Shirley, prepared by Jayeanne Cranberry Jello Salad: This is a recipe that you can make whatever size you want or need: 1 can of cranberry sauce 1 can mandarin oranges Nuts 1 pkg. raspberry jello Mix Jello and let "froth" for about 20 minutes; then, drain oranges and add to jello. Add 2-4 tsps. of the cranberry sauce; Mix well, adding nuts, if wanted. Refrigerate until firm. This is the only way my kids will eat cranberry sauce! Several years, it didn't gel real firm, so don't be surprised if it doesn't; tastes good anyway! I serve it at the beginning of the meal, in small dishes. if you serve it for a dessert, you can add Dream Whip. Enjoy! Thanks again to everyone. Margo Annie, your prize will be in the mail soon. Congratulations.