Lynn, it would be fun to be alpine neighbors for sure! I've never seen semps growing wild. And I would love to trade you some steamy sultry nights for your cool dry ones. So, if I feel it is too hot and humid for me this summer I'll know it is awful for my semps and we can comisserate in the shade of an old oak tree and I will just have to enjoy the pics and tales of other people's semp symmetry and glory while I find my way.
Thanks for your encouragement.