How to care for Dichondra argentea
How to care for Dichondra argentea
Our tips for helping it grow healthy and strong
Dichondra argentea, also known as "Silver Falls", is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. At our nursery, we love it for its silvery foliage, which creates a unique and captivating cascading effect. It is a versatile plant, perfect for decorating both interiors and gardens, thanks to its ability to adapt to different environmental conditions.
The right location
Dichondra argentea prefers sunny or partially shaded locations. It is important to choose a place where it can receive plenty of light, but it is equally essential to protect it from direct sunlight during the hottest hours of the day.
When and how to water it
In summer, we recommend watering your Dichondra argentea every 7 days, while in winter, every 14 days is sufficient. It is important to water moderately, avoiding waterlogging, which could cause root rot. Before watering, check that the soil is dry to the touch.
Temperature and humidity
Dichondra argentea thrives in a temperature range between 10°C and 25°C, but can tolerate temperatures up to 35°C. During winter, make sure the temperature does not drop below 5°C. The ideal humidity for this plant is moderate, between 40% and 60%.
The right fertilizer
During spring and summer, we recommend fertilizing your Dichondra argentea every 30 days with a balanced liquid fertilizer. This will help the plant maintain its vigor and the beauty of its foliage.
The pot and soil
For Dichondra argentea, well-drained soil is essential. A mix of sand and all-purpose potting soil is ideal for ensuring proper drainage and nourishment. Remember to repot the plant when necessary to prevent the roots from becoming too cramped.
How to propagate it
Propagating Dichondra argentea is easy and can be done through cuttings or division. Propagation by cuttings is the most common method and makes it easy and quick to obtain new plants.
Our final advice
Dichondra argentea is a plant that can bring great satisfaction with little care. Be sure to place it in a suitable location and follow our watering and fertilization recommendations. By doing so, you can enjoy its silvery beauty for a long time.
— Giulia's Gardens
Verified care data
This data comes directly from the validated botanical profile used to generate the guide.
- Light
- Medium–High · Prefers sunny or partially shaded locations.
- Watering
- Every 7 days in summer · Every 14 days in winter · Water moderately, avoiding waterlogging. · Check that the soil is dry to the touch before watering.
- Temperature
- 10 °C ideal minimum · 25 °C ideal maximum · 5 °C tolerated minimum · 35 °C tolerated maximum
- Humidity
- Moderate · 40% minimum · 60% maximum
- Fertilization
- Balanced liquid fertilizer · Spring–Summer · Every 30 days
- Propagation
- Cuttings, Division · Easy · Propagation by cuttings is more common.