In a message dated 98-01-06 21:53:41 EST, JJCA95A@PRODIGY.COM writes: << I would like to add my thanks to Dunk for the web reference. It is not only very informative but quite entertaining also. Clyde that would be a good reference point but certainly don't ignore Diane's recommendation to go to Robin's site and consulting with her. She is quite well informed. I would only say that many of the hardy Geraniums do well in partial shade and a few like G. Macrorrhizum thrive even in dry shade conditions. Hope you find the "companions" you seek :-) . Dale Neil (zone 5 ILL ) >> Thank you so much Dale! Please bear with me as I am an inveterate gardener but a real Geranium newbie! I went to the website and was WOWED! Please let me know-what are the favorites these days amongst you all? TY for the advice re shade tolerant plant! Clyde Crockett z5