Gladiolus communis subsp. byzantinus

[kfan]

I just realised I have a bag of bulbs I should have planted in Autumn. Unlike other gladioli apparently this variety comes up in spring which I didn't realise going through my bulbs

Would it be possible to put them in a pot, leave in the warmth indoors for a bit and chuck in the cold to get them going?? or should I wait till next year...

[Jeanied]

I would put them in a pot and put the pot outside - let nature take its course. They are hardy and naturalise in the garden if they are happy.

[kfan]

Ok, I will give that a go, thanks

[shushkin!]

these are my favourite gladioli and yes they are hardy but try and plant
them in well drained soil or on top of some horticultural grit to make sure there
is good drainage. Coming from the Med they love a sunny spot and dont ever want
to be waterlogged!