I used to grow the Zephyranthes seed on water as well as planting some direct into soil. I still do some planting direct into soil, but instead of water I now use a mixture of Vermiculite and Perlite. This method of course also suits quite a few other Amarylids. https://picasaweb.google.com/102349754034616089606… -- Ina Crossley Auckland New Zealand Zone 10