I would like to thank all those involved also. Mine are doing just fine (last I looked at them last week). Mine sat on the file cabinet for several days (a week or so maybe) before they were planted. They had all formed small bulbs and an emerging leaf. They are now beachside in full sun (were I accidentally left them before going away for a few days). I haven't seen them since I put them there. I hope the medium did not dry out. Like Paul, I am very reluctant to plant amaryllids immediately. I love getting amaryllids from S. Africa. They are usually well sprouted in transit. And those that aren't, usually rot for me. I prefer to hold seeds in plastic to retain the moisture and keep seeds fresher. I hold all my Hippeastrum seed in plastic to prevent the seeds from drying as I find it keeps more of the seed viable. Once dry, it is harder to get a good germination percentage. I have been chastised by clients for this though. ===== John Ingram in L.A., CA. 310.709.1613 jjingram@adelphia.net Floralartistry2000@yahoo.com http://www.geocities.com/floralartistry2000/