Malope trifida 'Purple' – exuberant purple flowers for borders and cutting gardens

Malope trifida 'Purple' is a beautiful annual plant beloved for its intense purple, trumpet-shaped flowers and long blooming period. This variety offers rich, striking color for summer borders, cutting gardens, and mixed flowerbeds, bringing your garden to life from June to September.

The purple flowers of Malope trifida 'Purple' attract bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to a bee-friendly and biodiversity-friendly garden. The airy, tall stems create a graceful and elegant look in any flowerbed.

Characteristics of Malope trifida 'Purple'

• Flower color: intense purple

• Height: 50–80 cm

• Flowering period: June – September

• Leaf: fresh green, slightly hairy

• Plant type: annual

Malope trifida 'Purple' forms sturdy stems with numerous flowers. The trumpet-shaped flowers grow on long stems, making them highly visible in the border. Its vertical growth creates an airy and playful effect that combines beautifully with other perennials or annuals.

Location and care

Malope trifida 'Purple' grows best in a sunny to lightly shaded spot in well-drained, fertile soil. It doesn't tolerate wet feet, so a well-drained soil is essential for healthy growth.

Care tips:

• Sow indoors from March to May or directly in the open ground after the last frost.

• Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the early growth stage.

• Thin the seedlings to create enough space for optimal flowering.

• Remove faded flowers if desired to encourage reblooming.

Malope trifida 'Purple' is low-maintenance and blooms profusely, making it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Application in garden and border

Malope trifida 'Purple' is ideal for summer borders, cutting gardens, and mixed flowerbeds. Its height and airy growth make it suitable as a background plant among shorter perennials or annuals. Popular combinations include:

• Pink or white annual flowers such as Cosmea or Zinnia for a playful color contrast

• Blue flowers such as Salvia or Lavandula for harmony and depth

• Ornamental grasses for a natural, airy look

Thanks to its sturdy stems, this plant is also suitable as a cut flower. The flowers retain their color and firmness in a vase for a long time, making them perfect for bouquets and flower arrangements.

Why choose Malope trifida 'Purple'?

✔ Intense purple trumpet flowers – striking in the border
✔ Long flowering period from June to September
✔ Annual plant, low-maintenance and hardy for annual use
✔ Attractive to bees, bumblebees and butterflies
✔ Ideal for borders, cutting gardens and mixed flower beds
✔ Strong stems suitable for cut flowers