Botanical Name: Gladiolus nanus
Description: Atom was introduced in 1946 when the world was learning and marveling at things atomic.  This nanus hybrid grows only 2-1/2 feet tall with a vase-like form and produces clusters of vivid red flowers with white picotee edges.  Excellent for potting, rock gardens, or in small groups here and there in the garden.  It is quite hardy and can winter over and bloom the next spring.