dichondra

When watering Dichondra argentea 'Silver Falls', water enough to keep the soil moist until the next watering, but avoid oversaturating the soil. During the summer, the plants will need to be watered twice per week, while it may only be necessary to water once per week during cooler months. Make sure to check the soil before watering; if it is still wet, it does not need to be watered again. In general, it is better to water less often than more often.

Dichondra argentea ‘Silver Falls’ enjoys full sun during the morning and partial shade during the afternoon. This plant likes about 8-10 hours of direct sunlight per day. If it receives too much direct sun during the afternoon, the leaves may experience discoloration due to sunburn. For optimal growth, it's best to place this plant in a spot that receives full sun in the morning, but is shaded from the hotter afternoon sun.

Dichondra argentea 'Silver Falls' should be pruned twice during the growing season to remove leggy and spent foliage. The first pruning should be done in mid-spring when the plant begins to show new growth. This pruning can consist of trimming back the old foliage and any straggly branches, encouraging new growth. The second pruning should occur during mid-summer, once the plant has fully developed. This pruning will focus on shaping the foliage and removing any dead or overly aggressive growth. To prune, use sharp garden shears to remove entire stems as close to the soil line as possible. Pruning should be done in moderation, as the plant is very sensitive to drastic changes. Trimming away no more than 1-third of the overall growth is recommended for this plant species.