Cybister varieties often seem to be shy boomers. If your new bulb is slow to break dormancy, be patient with it. Be careful not to overwater: keep soil only slightly moist until roots and leaves develop. As long as the bulb feels firm, not icky - squishy or empty- crackly (like paper mache'), it's still viable. It might sprout leaves in April rather than December with the rest of your holiday bulbs. Then it may take another year or two to bloom. The delicate, elegant blooms are worth waiting for!

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