In the fall, prepare a sunny or slightly shaded spot where rainwater drains quickly. Loosen fertile soil to a good depth and mix in mature compost and a little horticultural gravel if the soil texture is heavy. Wear gloves, place the bulb 10 cm (4 in) below the surface, and leave 8 to 10 cm (3 to 4 in) around it. Water once if the soil is dry, then mark the spot. In spring, remove debris that hinders growth, maintain regular moisture while the stem elongates, and apply a moderate dose of bulb fertilizer. Watch for slugs and lily beetles as soon as they emerge. After flowering, remove seed pods only if seedlings are not desired and let all the leaves yellow. Divide only in late summer, when the clump is dormant. Drainage remains a priority throughout dormancy. The foliage must yellow naturally before any cutting. Sustainable establishment reduces bulb handling. Spring growth benefits from consistently moist soil. Drainage remains a priority throughout dormancy. The foliage must yellow naturally before any cutting. Sustainable establishment reduces bulb handling. Spring growth benefits from consistently moist soil. Drainage remains a priority throughout dormancy. The foliage must yellow naturally before any cutting. Sustainable establishment reduces bulb handling.