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dichondra silver

If you’re searching for a stunning ground cover that’s easy to grow and delivers beautiful impact, dichondra silver is an unmatched choice for New Zealand gardeners. This elegant trailing perennial is famed for its distinctive silvery foliage, soft texture, and effortless cascading habit. Whether you’re transforming your garden beds, brightening up pots and hanging baskets, or seeking a drought-tolerant lawn alternative, dichondra silver brings a modern, fuss-free look to every outdoor space.

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Victory Gold - 1 Litre

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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Heuchera Northern Exposure Silver (Coral Bells)

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Heuchera Northern Exposure Silver is an herbaceous perennial grown for its richly coloured foliage. The leaves are silver with a purple undertone. They are adorned with tall flower spikes in summer which produce small, cream-coloured flowers as it grows to 30 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Heuchera Northern Exposure Silver is commonly used for adding colour, used to provide a colour contrast, included in borders or mixed plantings, added to cottage and tropical gardens, or planted around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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Why Choose Dichondra Silver for Your Garden?

Dichondra silver stands out thanks to its small, rounded leaves coated in a silvery sheen that shimmer in the light. This plant thrives in poor soils, loves full sun or partial shade, and is also highly drought-tolerant—making it perfect for low-maintenance landscaping. Use it to tumble over retaining walls, drape from containers, or fill in gaps between pavers for a lush, silver carpet effect. If you’re looking for a stunning variety, Dichondra Silver Falls is especially popular for its vigorous trailing growth and resilience to New Zealand conditions.

Perfect Companions for Dichondra Silver

Pairing dichondra silver with other contrasting plants adds dimension and interest to your garden design. For an elegant combination, try planting it alongside ornamental grasses such as Lomandra Silver Grace. The upright, strappy foliage complements the cascading silver leaves, creating a striking texture contrast suited to both contemporary and relaxed garden styles.

For containers, combine dichondra silver with bold statement plants like Aglaonema Silver Queen (Silver Queen Plant ) or Alcantarea Silver Plum (Silver Plum Bromeliad). These choices amplify the silvery theme while providing architectural interest and year-round appeal.

Caring for Dichondra Silver

Another reason dichondra silver has become a favourite among Kiwi gardeners is its robust nature. It can handle most soil types, provided there’s good drainage, and requires little fertiliser. For weed control in larger areas or alongside newly planted dichondra, consider using a selective herbicide like Victory Gold - 1 Litre to maintain a pristine ground cover.

Prune or lightly trim your dichondra silver to encourage denser growth and maintain shape. Regular watering helps during establishment, but once settled in, this silver beauty copes well with dry spells.

Where to Buy Dichondra Silver in New Zealand

If you’re ready to bring silvery texture and trailing glamour to your landscapes, browse our recommended Dichondra Silver Falls for healthy plants ready to thrive. Explore companion options like Lomandra Silver Grace and other statement plants to elevate your design.

Dichondra silver is the versatile, modern solution for ground covers, hanging baskets, or gap fillers. Discover its beauty in your New Zealand garden this season.


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