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dichondra lawn

A dichondra lawn is an increasingly popular choice for New Zealand gardens, offering a lush, low-growing, and soft green alternative to traditional grass lawns. Known for their bright, rounded leaves and creeping growth habit, dichondra lawns require less mowing, are drought-tolerant, and provide a beautiful ground cover for areas where grass struggles to thrive. Perfect for cottage gardens, courtyards, or spaces shaded by trees, dichondra creates a neat, inviting surface that's both user-friendly and visually appealing.

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Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula'

Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' is a graceful ornamental pear admired for its elegant weeping branches and silvery grey foliage. The narrow leaves create a soft textured canopy that adds contrast to New Zealand landscapes. In spring it produces small white blossoms that enhance its appeal. This hardy deciduous tree provides year round structure and makes a stunning feature for lawns and garden focal points.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Victory Gold is an herbicide used to control many types of broadleaf weeds in lawns. Susceptible weeds include: cape daisy, catsear, chickweed, clovers, cotula, cudweed, daisy, dandelion, dichondra, dock, hawkbit, hawksbeard, hydrocotyle, mallow, mayweed, nettles, onehunga weed, oxalis (creeping), parsley piert, plantain, pearlwort, penny royal, ragwort, shepherds purse, sorrel, storksbill, thistles, twincress, and wireweed. Moderately susceptible weeds Include: buttercup, selfheal, yarrow. Resistant weeds include: all grasses and speedwells. For the most effective results applications should be made during active growth using a rate of 12 ml of Victory Gold per litre of water. Please read the instructions carefully before using this product.

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Why Choose a Dichondra Lawn?

Dichondra lawns are gaining traction with Kiwi gardeners for both their beauty and low maintenance needs. Unlike conventional lawns, dichondra prefers a lower mowing height and actually thrives when left a bit shaggy. It handles light foot traffic well, making it suitable for garden paths or relaxation areas. The most popular variety in our climate is Dichondra repens, a native ground cover prized for its resilience and vibrant green colour.

Establishing a Dichondra Lawn

Planting a dichondra lawn starts with site preparation. Ensure the area is free from weeds and well-drained. Lightly till the soil to create a fine seedbed, then sow your Dichondra repens or use plugs for quicker coverage. For larger areas, a Water filled lawn roller helps press seeds or plugs into contact with the soil for better germination. In just a few weeks, you’ll see lush green carpets emerging.

Caring for Your Dichondra Lawn

Once established, a dichondra lawn is very easy-care. Maintain moderate moisture, particularly during dry spells, but avoid overwatering. Feeding with a balanced fertiliser in spring and autumn will keep the leaves glossy and vigorous. While dichondra is low-maintenance, occasional weeding is important, especially in the first season. For persistent weeds, Victory Gold - 1 Litre is an excellent selective option for lawn health. Unlike turf grasses, dichondra rarely needs mowing, but you can trim it a couple of times a year for a tidy finish.

Other Dichondra Varieties

Besides the classic Dichondra repens, consider ornamental cultivars to enhance your landscaping. Dichondra Silver Falls boasts stunning silvery foliage that cascades beautifully over containers or garden edges. Meanwhile, Dichondra Emerald Falls offers deep green leaves with vigorous trailing growth, well-suited for hanging baskets and ground cover combinations.

Is a Dichondra Lawn Right for You?

If you’re seeking a soft, attractive, and low-work alternative to grass, a dichondra lawn could be the perfect choice for your garden. Its ability to remain lush with minimal intervention means more time enjoying your outdoor space and less time behind the mower. Explore our range of dichondra varieties to find the ideal fit for your landscape, and start enjoying the unique charm of a dichondra lawn in your home.


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