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Plant Profiles / Dichondra 'Silver Falls'
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Dichondra 'Silver Falls'
Dichondra argentea 'Silver Falls' · Silver ponysfoot
Cascading curtains of silver, coin-shaped leaves. A stunning spiller for tall pots and baskets.
Full sunLight
WeeklyWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Sun for silver.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Let top dry.
Humidity
Low
LowHigh
Dry.
Temperature
0–38°C (32–100°F)
CoolWarm
Light frost.
Growth
Fast
SlowFast
Trails 1–2 m.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Monthly
RarelyOften
Light.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Safe.
About this plant
Trails up to 2 m. Drought tolerant once established; looks best in sun.
Best spots
Hanging baskets, tall pots and wall planters.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Dichondra argentea 'Silver Falls' |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Origin | Americas |
| Plant type | Trailing perennial |
| Mature size | Trails 1–2 m |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Foliage | Silver coins |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Active growth
Trim
Active growthTrim
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Green | Shade. |
| Rot | Wet. |
| Sparse | Hungry. |
| Tangled | Trim. |
| Frost | Protect. |
Common questions
Trail?
Long.
Sun?
Full.
Pets?
Safe.
Trim?
Yes.
