interesting! dormancy makes total sense to me. i put the little bulblet back in the pot, gave it a small drink and will let it sit until late august, as you suggested. thanks for getting back to a member who is not a scientist, just a person who adores growing things. katy _________________________________________________________________ Help STOP SPAM with the new MSN 8 and get 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail