Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out between occasional light waterings to prevent bulb rot.

Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.

Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to direct energy back to the bulb and prevent seed production. Trim away any dead or yellowing foliage in late autumn or early winter before the plant enters its dormant period.

This keeps the plant tidy and healthy.

Propagate primarily by dividing offsets or bulbils that form around the parent bulb during repotting. Sow seeds promptly after collection in well-draining compost, but be aware that seedlings take several years to reach flowering size.

Repot every 2-3 years in early autumn, just before new growth emerges. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a mix of loam, sand, and grit.

Plant bulbs with their tips just below the soil surface, spaced adequately to allow for offset growth.