"what really counts is nice, firm bulbs, with a circular-neck that reveals a lot of leaf bases, which indicates at least 2 scapes (generally 1 scape per 4 leaf bases will appear) rather than an oval-neck." Thanks Hans-Werner, I grow several and it is helpful to know these things. Mine grow in the garden. Also mine do have a bit of "red blotch" but are getting healthier every year. Have been treating them with Cinnamon. Ina Auckland New Zealand