Drought Tolerant Dichondra Repens Emerald Falls Ground Cover Plant Seed

Dichondra Emerald Falls Seeds

15 Seeds
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30 Seeds
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SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

8 - 11

HEIGHT

2 inches

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

FOOT TRAFFIC

Light

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SOIL TYPE

Loamy, well drained, pH of 5.5 to 6.2

FOLIAGE COLOR

Dark green

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Dichondra (Dichondra Repens Emerald Falls) - Start Dichondra seeds if you are looking for a rich, green plant for a hanging basket or a dense, lush ground cover! Dichondra Repens Emerald Falls has the perfect foliage for you. Emerald Falls Dichondra is full and very trim, with deep green leaves and a dense, uniform habit that looks as if you must keep it trimmed at all times.
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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

72 - 76F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Press into soil but do not cover

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

Dichondra is a perennial foliage plant that has a prostrate or creeping growth habit with circular leaves and entire margins that are grown from Dichondra seeds. It grows very close to the ground, (usually not over 2 inches tall) and is a warm season fast-growing ground cover that grows in USDA zones 8 through 11. It is not grown from blooms, but rather for its attractive leaves and trailing growth habit. Dichondra is very popular in hanging baskets. Our Dichondra Seeds are available in 3 colors which are Bright Green (Dichondra Repens), Emerald (Dichondra Repens Emerald Falls), & Silvery (Dichondra Argentea Silver Falls), and in 5 different sizes to suit your gardening needs.
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Excellent Ground Cover
Dichondra, with its broad, circular leaves resembling clover, forms a dense, carpet-like appearance when mowed low. Ideal for areas where grasses struggle, it offers a pleasing feel underfoot and prevents soil erosion, making it a reliable and attractive perennial ground cover.
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Lawn Alternative
Many people use dichondra as a lawn alternative. These seeds create a soft, clover-like ground cover that requires minimal mowing and care making it a low-maintenance option for your garden. Suitable for various soil types, dichondra seeds offer a refreshing change from traditional lawns, creating a lush Dichondra Repens lawn.
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Beautiful as Stand Alone
Dichondra plants are an excellent choice for hanging baskets due to their beautiful trailing habit. Their cascading stems create a lush, flowing effect, making them perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any space. The small, circular leaves add texture and visual interest, enhancing the overall appeal of the arrangement.
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Creeping Growth Habit
Dichondra is prized not for its flowers, but for its attractive foliage and creeping growth habit. It makes them ideal for covering large areas efficiently. These seeds spread horizontally to form a dense, green carpet. Its low-growing nature and ability to fill in gaps make them a practical perennial ground cover choice.
Dichondra seeds are covered with a specialized clay coating designed to enhance their performance. This coating makes the seeds easier to spread uniformly over the planting area, ensuring better coverage. This perennial plant requires minimal mowing, making it an ideal low-maintenance solution. Most dichondra plants are heat and drought-tolerant. It also recovers quickly even if wilted, and looks fresh all season long.
Vigorous and easy to grow, this Dichondra boasts thick, super-soft leaves which are about 3/4 - 1 inch leaves in width. The foliage is thick-arrayed on very well-branched plants that need no pinching. This 2-inch tall Dichondra will cascade about 3 feet from your baskets, windowboxes, or other containers, but it will also form a nicely domed shape that fills the available space beautifully!
Dichondra ground cover seed needs warm soil before it can sprout. The best time to seed dichondra is when temperatures are in the 70's range and night time temps are in the 50's range. The first leaves will be long and narrow and will not look like dichondra in the beginning. This is usually mid to late spring or late summer to early fall. When soil temperatures are too low, seed sprouting and establishment will take much longer or may not occur at all. Use 1 lb of seed per 500 square feet, lightly raking them to cover with no more than 1/8 inch of soil for optimal germination. Water moderately to avoid waterlogging, which can harm the seeds. You can fertilize it monthly with 1/2 - 1 lb of nitrogen. Dichondra does not require regular mowing but can be trimmed to maintain the desired height if necessary.

Dichondra (Dichondra Repens Emerald Falls) - Start Dichondra seeds if you are looking for a rich, green plant for a hanging basket or a dense, lush ground cover! Dichondra Repens Emerald Falls has the perfect foliage for you. Emerald Falls Dichondra is full and very trim, with deep green leaves and a dense, uniform habit that looks as if you must keep it trimmed at all times. Plant Emerald Falls Dichondra ground cover seed in full sun and let mother nature do the rest. Vigorous and easy to grow, this Dichondra boasts thick, super-soft deep green leaves which are about 1 inch in width. The foliage is thick arrayed on very well-branched plants that need no pinching. This Dichondra repens will cascade about 3 feet from your baskets, windowboxes, or other containers, but it will also form a nicely domed shape that fills the available space beautifully!



As with most Dichondra plants, Emerald Falls is no exception when it comes to heat and drought tolerance. It also recovers quickly even if wilted, and looks fresh all season long. It looks great side by side with Silver Falls Dichondra for contrasting foliages. Emerald Falls thrives in full sun and well-drained soil so buy your Dichondra ground cover seed today!

Don't think you have to use this Dichondra just for baskets and mixed containers, Emerald Falls creates a dense, tight, and low growing ground cover as well. It is a shorter plant than Silver Falls, and does not require pinching. Excellent as a ground cover or Dichondra lawn alternative, but requires well-drained soils due to the ground-hugging habit. This Dichondra will be an annual in frost heavy zones.

Common Questions

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Can I use dichondra as a ground cover?

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Yes, as an annual ground cover unless you are in zone 10.

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Does dichondra bloom?

A

Yes, but the flowers are insignificant.

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What are some recommended companion plants for containers?

A

Petunia, coleus, heuchera, Angelonia, some verbenas, fountain grass, and impatiens are all wonderful container companions for dichondra emerald and silver falls.

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