Malope trifida 'White' – elegant white flowers for borders and cutting gardens

Malope trifida 'White' is a charming annual known for its graceful, trumpet-shaped white flowers and long blooming period. This variety is perfect for summer borders, cutting gardens, and mixed flowerbeds, giving your garden a fresh and bright look from June to September.

The white flowers of Malope trifida 'White' attract bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to a bee-friendly and biodiversity-friendly garden. The tall, sturdy stems give the plant an airy and elegant effect in any flowerbed.

Characteristics of Malope trifida 'White'

• Flower color: bright white

• Height: 50–80 cm

• Flowering period: June – September

• Leaf: fresh green, slightly hairy

• Plant type: annual

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

Location and care

Malope trifida 'White' 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 and optimal flowering.

Care tips:

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

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

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

• Remove faded flowers if desired to encourage reblooming.

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

Application in garden and border

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

• Pink or purple annual flowers such as Cosmea or Zinnia for a colorful contrast

• Green ornamental grasses for a natural and airy look

• Blue perennials such as Salvia or Lavandula for harmonious color combinations

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 ideal for bouquets and flower arrangements.

Why choose Malope trifida 'White'?

✔ Beautiful white trumpet flowers – elegant and fresh in the border
✔ Long flowering period from June to September
✔ Annual plant, easy to grow and low-maintenance
✔ Attractive to bees, bumblebees and butterflies
✔ Ideal for borders, cutting gardens and mixed flower beds
✔ Strong stems suitable for cut flowers