Botanical Name: Dichondra argentea ‘Silver Falls’

Common Name: Silver Dichondra

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

Size: 2–4" Tall × 24–48"+ Trailing

Growth Habit: Trailing, Cascading, Ground-Hugging Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun (Best Color and Density); Tolerates Light Shade

Soil: Prefers Well-Drained Soil; Adapts to Lean or Sandy Soils

Water Needs: Low to Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Grown for Foliage (Spring through Fall)

Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Fertility

Features: Silvery Metallic Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Uses: Ideal for Hanging Baskets, Containers, Window Boxes, Edging, and Ground Cover in Warm Climates

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

More About Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’

Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’ is one of the most popular and reliable silver trailing plants available, prized for its cascading streams of soft, metallic foliage. The rounded leaves shimmer in sunlight, creating contrast and movement that elevates container designs and hanging baskets.

Unlike many trailing plants grown for flowers, ‘Silver Falls’ delivers consistent visual interest through foliage alone. Its fast-growing, flowing habit can trail several feet in a single season, making it especially effective where dramatic spill is desired.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Silver Falls’ has been exceptionally dependable in full sun, heat, and dry conditions. It establishes quickly, requires very little maintenance, and maintains its bright silver color without fading or scorching.

We especially appreciate how versatile it is in design. It pairs beautifully with bold flowering annuals, dark foliage plants, and warm-toned colors, acting as a cooling contrast and visual anchor. Once established, it’s remarkably drought tolerant, making it ideal for summer containers.

Dichondra 'Silver Falls' vs. Emerald Falls

Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’ is prized for its striking silver foliage and dramatic cascading habit, offering much stronger visual contrast than ‘Emerald Falls’. Its metallic leaves reflect light and stand out sharply against darker greens and bold flower colors, making it a go-to choice for high-impact containers and hanging baskets. Compared to Emerald Falls, Silver Falls typically trails more aggressively and reads looser and more architectural rather than dense. It also prefers full sun and drier conditions, where its color stays brightest and most consistent. Silver Falls excels when the goal is drama and contrast, while Emerald Falls supports a softer, more blended design.