Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000937
11/12/99

Malope trifida


Height: 36 in Spacing: 12 in
Type: annual
Flowers: Pink, purple, red, white

Comments: Malope grows best in a rich, well-drained soil
and when exposed to full sun. The flowers can be 3 inches
in diameter and are produced in large numbers. Some of
the cultivars have attractive darker stripes on the
petals.

Propagation: Propagation is by seed sown directly into the
garden.

Cultivars:
'Pink Queen' - Pale pink flowers have red centers and
stripes.
'Vulcan' - Metallic red flowers.
'White Queen' - Silky white flowers.

References for Cultivars: Thompson and Morgan 1997.


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