Step 1 - Discard any unattached pieces of old roots that may have occurred. Plant bulbs in the garden once the ground has thawed accordingly spacing them eight inches apart. Partial sun is best. Otherwise plant bulbs into 6 inch pots separately or combine into larger pots.
Step 2 - Cover the top of bulbs pointed ends up with 4 inches of soil.
Step 3 - Water the plants thoroughly.
Step 4 - In the garden, the bulbs will sprout when the soil temperature rises usually around May. In pots, place plants outside in partial sun as long as evening temperatures stay above 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 5 - Planted now each bulb will produce huge flowers per bulb up to 6-7 inches across from mid-summer to early fall.