How to Replant Narcissus Bulbs

Till the soil in a sunny location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Remove rocks, roots and other garden debris from the soil.

Spread compost or well-rotted manure over the planting area to a depth of 2 to 4 inches. Mix the organic matter into the existing soil with a garden tiller or hoe. Organic matter improves the texture of the soil, promoting drainage and increasing aeration.

Position the narcissus bulbs, with foliage intact, at the original planting depth in the container. Fill in around the bulbs with soil and pack it down lightly with your hands. This secures the plant and removes air pockets around the bulbs.

Water thoroughly to moisten the soil to the depth of the bulbs.

Allow foliage to die back naturally in 5 to 6 weeks. This is the time when the plant produces food and stores it in the bulb for next year's blooms. Removing the foliage prevents the plant from storing the energy it needs in order to rebloom the following spring.

Cut foliage back once it begins to yellow. This signals that bulb formation is complete.

Apply 5-10-10 fertilizer, following the recommended application rate on the container, in the spring when green shoots appear. Work it into the top few inches of soil with a hoe or trowel.