It is a good idea to fertilize bulbs by adding bone meal and mixing it well with the soil. If you choose to plant bulbs individually, either a garden trowel or a bulb-plating tool can be used. Bulbs should be spaced 4 inches apart. The hole should be flat on the bottom so that the FLAT BASE of the bulb is in contact with the ground. Cover with soil and water thoroughly.
Moisture is necessary for the bulbs to take root before winter.
If dry weather persists after planting, water thoroughly and deeply. However, do not keep the soil soggy or the bulbs could rot. After the ground freezes, apply about a six inch mulch of clean straw or leaves. Do not cover the bulbs before the ground freezes. They are attracted to the smell of fresh bulbs and are most likely to destroy gardens within the first weeks after planting.