Dichondra Silver Falls

Growing Dichondra Silver Falls Successfully in NZ

To grow Dichondra Silver Falls successfully in New Zealand, provide well-drained soil and a location with the right sunlight for this plant. Regular watering and care will ensure your Dichondra Silver Falls thrives and contributes vibrant colour and texture to your garden.

Dichondra Silver Falls Care Tips

Caring for your Dichondra Silver Falls includes watering moderately while avoiding waterlogging. Pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages new growth. Feed during the growing season for optimal health and flowering performance.

Plant Size and Spacing

Dichondra Silver Falls typically reaches a size that should be considered when planting to ensure adequate spacing. Allow room for growth to prevent overcrowding, which promotes air circulation and reduces disease risk.

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What are the best growing conditions for Dichondra Silver Falls?

Dichondra Silver Falls grows best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. We cannot emphasise enough the importance of good drainage as plants can become diseased and die if drainage is poor or they are constantly waterlogged. It will tolerate coastal environments but must be protected from frost and wind.

What is the best temperature for Dichondra Silver Falls?

The ideal temperature range for Dichondra Silver Falls is between 18°C and 29°C. This temperature range supports healthy growth and vibrant foliage. Temperatures below 16°C (60°F) can cause growth to slow down significantly or even cease. NB: Dichondra Silver Falls is not frost-tolerant. In regions experiencing frost, it is typically grown as an annual or needs to be brought indoors or protected in a frost-free environment during winter.

Dichondra Silver Falls propagation

Propagating Dichondra Silver Falls is usually by division or cuttings. Division is the simplest and often quickest method, especially for established plants. Spring or early autumn are the best times, when the plant is actively growing but not under the stress of extreme heat or cold. Gently lift a section of the plant with a garden trowel and carefully tease apart the root ball with your hands or a small tool, ensuring each division has roots and foliage attached. Replant the divisions immediately in their new locations at the same depth as the original plant. Stem cuttings is another reliable method to create new plants during spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Select healthy, actively growing stems that are a few inches long. Make a clean cut just below a leaf node, remove the lower leaves, leaving only a few at the top. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone to encourage faster root development and insert the cuttings into a moist, well-draining potting mix or seed-starting mix. You can cover the cuttings with a clear plastic bag or humidity dome to create a humid environment, which aids rooting. Place them in indirect sunlight. Roots should develop within a few weeks. You'll know they've rooted when you see new growth. Once well-rooted, carefully transplant the cuttings into individual pots or directly into the garden.

What causes the Dichondra Silver Falls browning?

Browning in Dichondra Silver Falls can be caused by several factors. Over-watering or poor drainage will cause browning leaves that start from the base of the plant and are coupled with yellowing leaves, wilting, mushy stems, and potentially root rot. Underwatering, on the other hand, will cause crispy or dry brown leaf edges and tips, wilting leaves, and stunted growth. Scorched brown patches on the leaves, especially on the upper surfaces can indicate too much direct sunlight. This can occur when plants are not conditioned to the brighter light. Browning or blackening of leaves, especially after a frost, will see the plants with a damaged and limp appearance. Browning can sometimes be a sign of nutrient deficiency or toxicity, although this is less common than watering or light issues. Yellowing followed by browning might indicate a lack of certain nutrients, while over-fertilizing can lead to leaf burn and browning. Browning accompanied by other signs like webbing (spider mites), sticky residue (aphids), or leaf spots (fungal diseases) is possible, though less likely with this plant.