Choose a sunny or partly sunny location
Plant in well-drained soil
Plant bulbs in fall
Set bulbs 6 to 8 inches deep
Space bulbs 4 to 6 inches apart
Place bulbs with the pointed end up
Water after planting
Add mulch to protect bulbs
Keep soil lightly moist during growth
Avoid overwatering
Fertilize lightly in early spring
Remove spent flowers after blooming
Leave foliage until it turns yellow
Divide crowded bulbs every few years
Protect bulbs from pests and rot