I doubt that the seeds would be virused, many here know more than I on this subject. You could try a source of magnesium, (epsom salts), or water with an aspirin in it... Peter (UK) On Sat, Nov 16, 2013 at 7:07 PM, Dee Foster <dee@deeandbill.com> wrote: > If it was virused, however, are > the seeds necessarily virused too? > > I do not know but it looks more like a nutrient deficiency to me, or > > perhaps the bulb is too warm in Zone 10a? are the roots ok? > > The variegation is in stripes - not mottled. > > Peter (UK) >