Choose a location with full sun or partial shade
Ensure the soil is well-drained
Plant tulip bulbs in fall
Dig holes about 6 to 8 inches deep
Space bulbs about 4 to 6 inches apart
Place bulbs with the pointed end facing up
Cover bulbs with soil
Water lightly after planting
Add mulch if desired
Allow bulbs to stay dormant through winter
Remove spent flowers after blooming
Let leaves die back naturally after flowering