Malope Purple Queen Seeds

Malope Purple Queen Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A bold annual flower producing large saucer shaped blooms in rich purple shades above deep green foliage.

 

Known botanically as Malope trifida Purple Queen, this variety is valued for its dramatic colour and long flowering season.

 

Purple Queen offers striking blooms that attract pollinators making it one of the most admired choices for borders and cut flower arrangements.

 

Its upright habit and prolific flowering make it a favourite for home gardens and decorative planting.

 

Seed Quantity Approx 1.5 grams

 

Sowing & Growing

When to Sow March to May directly outdoors or indoors for transplanting

Germination 14 to 21 days at 18–20?°C

Soil & Position Fertile well drained soil enriched with compost; prefers full sun

Height 60–90?cm with upright growth

Flowering June to September with abundant blooms

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly in drills 1?cm deep in prepared beds or containers. Thin seedlings to 30?cm spacing once established. Alternatively sow indoors in trays and transplant outdoors after frost. Water well after sowing and keep soil evenly moist during dry spells.

 

Grow & Maintenance

Grow in fertile soil with regular watering during dry periods. Malope Purple Queen thrives in sunny sites and benefits from deadheading to prolong flowering. Suitable for borders and cottage garden planting. Protect young plants from slugs and snails.

 

Uses & Benefits

Perfect for borders cottage gardens and cut flower arrangements. Purple Queen produces bold purple blooms creating vibrant and eye catching displays. Highly suitable for pollinator friendly gardening and ornamental use. Excellent for home gardens allotments and decorative planting.

 

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