Bearded Iris Sprouting

When you receive German Bearded Iris rhizomes - from a supplier - they are sometimes dormant - which most people would say - Look's dead.   They aren't dead - just dormant - as long as the rhizome is firm - its probably still alive - and will grow once planted properly.    I notices some of mine are starting to sprout new growth from the rhizomes I planted.     I may not see blooms the first year - but that's ok - I am interested in a the rhizomes growing so I can sell some on Ebay and Amazon.