>>>>>They are 6-7 inches (15-18cm) deep in our sandy soil. Many thanks Mark, that'll give some people a bit of hope. Best Wishes, Dave David Fenwick NCCPG National Plant Heritage Collections of Crocosmia with Chasmanthe and Tulbaghia The African Garden 96 Wasdale Gardens Estover Plymouth Devon England PL6 8TW Websites http://www.theafricangarden.com/ http://www.crocosmiaheritage.com/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com/). Version: 6.0.510 / Virus Database: 307 - Release Date: 14/08/03