Is Silver Falls Dichondra a perennial?

Native to Texas and Mexico, D. argentea is a perennial hardy in zones 8 to 10 but is being used as an annual foliage plant in the horticultural trade. ‘Silver Falls dichondra has silvery fan-shaped leaves. Silver Falls dichondra used as a trailing plant over a wall in an annual bed.

How much sun does Dichondra Silver Falls need?

Light. Dichondra is at its best when grown in full sun, meaning at least six hours of direct sunlight on most days. It also can grow in partial shade.

Is Dichondra Silver Falls a succulent?

A truly wandering plant, Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’ (Dichondra argentea ‘Silver Falls’) is a stand out in any garden. A tough perennial plant, it is often used in garden beds to create a flowing effect over the edges of pots, hanging baskets or retaining walls.

How long does Dichondra Silver Falls take to grow?

Depending on the time of sowing and other environmental factors, it will take 7-14 days for the seeds to germinate.

How big does Dichondra argentea Silver Falls plant get?

Easy and fast growing from Dichondra Argentea Silver Falls seeds, this Dichondra plant is simply one of the showiest accents around for all your containers and bare garden spots. The 3/4 – 1 inch leaves have a thick, super-soft texture and neat fan shape. Just like Emerald Falls, this adorable foliage plant needs no…

Where does silver ponyfoot Dichondra come from?

On Oct 28, 2003, htop from San Antonio, TX (Zone 8b) wrote: In its native form, it is known as “Silver Ponyfoot” in my neck of the woods. Its native relative occurs in Mexico and Texas. ‘Silver Falls’ dichondra is a cultivar that is a vine-like, trailing, perennial herb that forms low mats like its native relative.

What should I do with my Silver Falls Dichondra?

Dig out some stem pieces with roots attached. Replant in moistened potting soil. Keep the soil moist until the plant begins to show new growth. ‘Silver Falls’ dichondra is the most common in the trade, and its grey leaves act as a lovely foil to any color of flower in the container garden.

What kind of plant is silver ponyfoot?

In its native form, it is known as “Silver Ponyfoot” in my neck of the woods. Its native relative occurs in Mexico and Texas. ‘Silver Falls’ dichondra is a cultivar that is a vine-like, trailing, perennial herb that forms low mats like its native relative.