Dichondra argentea Silver Falls

Dichondra argentea Silver Falls

1 packet (10 seeds) @ $3.95

Catalog Code: 4223

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Dichondra argentea Silver Falls

Half Hardy Perennial

  • Flowers: Summer
  • Position: Sun or part shade
  • Soil: Well drained
  • Height: 3 inches
  • Spread: 48 inches
  • Germination: Easy
  • Aftercare: Easy
  • Ideal for: Baskets, Border, Containers

Description

Vigorous growth displays true cascading plants with attractive glistening silver foliage and stems. Excellent added to mixed containers or creates a stunning basket plant on its own Height 5-7.5cm (2-3 inches). Spread/Trailing 90-120cm (3-4 feet).

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:January to April.

Sow on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays. Lightly cover the seed with a sprinkle of fine grade vermiculite. Keep at a temperature of between 21-23C (70-75F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; until germination which usually takes 5-10 days. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays.

Growing Instructions

Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost 15-30cm (6-12in) apart or in baskets or containers.

Aftercare Instructions

For the best results, plant in a good well-drained soil or compost and grow on in full sun or part shade.