You need a resistor in series with each group of LEDs.
You get better efficiency if you put several LEDs in series, and put a current-limiting resistor in-series with the group.
You get better efficiency if you connect the two batteries in series and operate from 12V (instead of 6v)
To compute how many LEDs to put in each group, and the current-limiting resistor for each group of LEDs, we need to know the forward voltage drop Vf for each LED, and the desired operating current If for each LED. This info is found on the manufacturer's data sheet for the specific LEDs you are buying.