My first thought would be a Gladiolus Nanus 'Elvira'.

yes it is definitely G nanus and Elvira is a good match. I have these too and I love their simple elegance.

Thank you for your reply need to buy some more and grow in pots
Regards
Dave

There are some gorgeous varieties, Claudia is a lovely reddish one and I intend to buy more in the future also.

thank you Seaburngirl can you tell me I can get them ?