One hardy gladiolus that no one has mentioned is G x colvillei 'The Bride'. Pure white w. greenish eye. I've had this in my garden for many years and it faithfully returns every year. G. "dalenii" doesn't persist, however -- to my regret, as the soft glowing yellow form is a color I have a real weakness for. -- Rodger Whitlock Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Maritime Zone 8, a cool Mediterranean climate on beautiful Vancouver Island