Basically I only buy plants and bulbs locally.
Like to look at what I'm getting. I learned that lesson years ago.
Of course the only exception to that rule is the daylily (in my case).
You're not going to find much locally with the exception of Daylily gardens that are close to you.
I have to come to rely on online purchases for them - forums like this, daylily.com and the hybridizer's online.
Almost all of my purchases have been great.
So, buy local when you can and learn who you can trust (this site seems to be good for that information) when you purchase online.
I'm a night owl.
Guess I better head to bed.
Good night all