> But a word of warning. My climate is similar to that in Riverside. That > dry summer will cause problems. I have killed bulbs by following the 'no > water' rule too seriously. I do water my dormant bulbs very lightly every > 3-4 weeks during Aug-Sep-Oct if there is no rain. Lightly and > infrequently is the key, here. Some occasionally may rot, but I lost more > before I did this. > Marguerite I agree with what you have said. The secret is that you must watch the moisture content in your pots VERY carefully. Be assured that there is some moisture/rain/dew/whatever, in their natural habitat. Doug