Botanical Name: Common Names:
Dichondra argentea Silver Falls Kidney Weed, Kidney Grass,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers Mat Forming, Prostrate, Spreading
Description:
Striking dense groundcover with silver-grey foliage. This trailing plant is widely grown in hanging baskets and pots, where it overflows down the sides. Also popular for cascading over retaining and rock walls. Tolerates drought and heat. Do not over water. Very hardy will grow in part shade to full sun. Prune back in spring to maintain shape. Plant 4 per m2 for mass display. Grows approx 10cm H x 80cm W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Embankment, Foliage Feature / Colour, Formal Garden, Groundcover, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Shady Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Prefers well drained soil. A low maintenance plant requiring little attention. Cut back hard to refresh foliage if necessary. Liquid feed in spring and autumn will ensure plant looks it's best. Does not tolerate frost.
Plant Care
Liquid feed
Family Name: Origin:
Convolulaceae SouthAmerica
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Grey, Silver
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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