Drill a hole in the cap. Stick the cap end 6 to 8 inches into the soil and fill the bottle with water. Place the bottle about 6 to 8 inches from the plant. Keep the tip bud and pinch out the side buds as soon as they appear. Allow bulb foliage to die back naturally.
Leaves make food that is stored in the bulbs for a repeat showing next year.
It grows up and out and can form a low hedge. Weave the string through the wires of the cage. Set the cage securely in the garden. Place the saucer on top. Plant morning glory seeds around the cage to grow up the string and wire, and fill the saucer with water for the birds.