Botanical Name: Dichondra argentea ‘Emerald Falls’

Common Name: Dichondra

Hardiness Zone: Annual in Most Climates; Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 10–11)

Size: 2–4" Tall × 24–36"+ Trailing

Growth Habit: Trailing, Cascading, Ground-Hugging Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Adapts to Average Garden Soil

Water Needs: Low to Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Grown for Foliage (Spring through Fall)

Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Fertility

Features: Lush Green Rounded Leaves, Soft Cascading Texture, Excellent Heat Tolerance

Uses: Hanging Baskets, Containers, Window Boxes, Ground Cover in Warm Climates, Foliage Contrast

Patent: ❌ Not Patented

Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

More About Dichondra ‘Emerald Falls’

Dichondra ‘Emerald Falls’ is valued for its rich green, cascading foliage that flows gracefully over container edges and hanging baskets. The rounded leaves create a soft, trailing effect that contrasts beautifully with flowering annuals and upright plants.

Unlike silver dichondra types, ‘Emerald Falls’ provides a deeper, more traditional green tone, making it ideal when a natural, lush look is desired. It performs especially well in warm, sunny conditions and continues growing steadily through summer heat.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Emerald Falls’ has been extremely reliable in containers and mixed planters. It establishes quickly, trails evenly, and maintains a clean appearance with minimal maintenance.

We especially appreciate its versatility. It works well as a spiller in mixed containers, as a soft ground cover in warm climates, or in hanging baskets where its trailing habit can fully develop. Once established, it handles heat and short dry periods with ease.

Dichondra ‘Emerald Falls’ vs. Other Dichondra

Compared to Dichondra ‘Silver Falls,’ ‘Emerald Falls’ offers a richer green color and softer visual presence, making it better suited for traditional color palettes. While ‘Silver Falls’ provides dramatic contrast, ‘Emerald Falls’ blends seamlessly with flowering plants.

When compared to other trailing green foliage plants, dichondra stands out for its heat tolerance and low maintenance. For gardeners seeking a reliable, cascading green spiller that thrives in summer conditions, Dichondra ‘Emerald Falls’ is an excellent choice.