Mine used to do the same, exactly, until I put it in the other mix, compost, gravel, perlite. I still have many of those reduced bulbs and I think it's been about 2 years since transplant and there is no further shrinkage. The bulbs are green and firm, and most importantly growing. It does not say what these bulbs are planted in for a mix. I would be curious to see the roots on these bulbs, I would bet that most are shriveled and dead. Hope this helps. Linda Foulis Okotoks, AB Canada