{"title":"Annual Dichondra","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"300\"\u003eGenus: Dichondra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Convolvulaceae (Morning Glory Family)\u003cbr data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dichondra, Kidneyweed\u003cbr data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worldwide, especially warm-temperate and tropical regions (notably North and South America, Australia, and Asia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eDichondra\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of low-growing, mat-forming perennials with small, rounded, kidney- or fan-shaped leaves. The most commonly grown ornamental species is \u003cem data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eDichondra argentea\u003c\/em\u003e, especially the cultivar \u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e‘Silver Falls’\u003c\/strong\u003e, prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"820\"\u003esilvery, shimmering foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eelegant, trailing habit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eDichondra typically stays low to the ground—under 10 cm tall—but can \u003cstrong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"947\"\u003etrail up to 1 metre\u003c\/strong\u003e or more from hanging baskets or containers. It spreads by creeping stems that root at the nodes, making it effective as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003egroundcover\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm climates or an eye-catching \u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003espiller\u003c\/strong\u003e in mixed planters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eDichondra thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003efull sun to light shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eheat- and drought-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for dry, sunny spots, xeriscaping, or low-maintenance designs. Water sparingly once established to avoid root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eIn Canada, Dichondra is grown as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003etender annual\u003c\/strong\u003e, though it can be overwintered indoors in bright conditions. It prefers warm weather and may struggle with overly wet or cold soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e‘Silver Falls’ is a top choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003emodern containers and vertical plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e, thanks to its soft texture and metallic sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003eDichondra was historically used as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003elawn alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e in warmer regions due to its dense, spreading growth and soft feel underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eIt combines beautifully with succulents, ornamental grasses, petunias, and tropicals like colocasia in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eIn hanging baskets, it creates a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003ewaterfall effect\u003c\/strong\u003e that adds softness and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dichondra","title":"Dichondra","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dichondra argentea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver Ponyfoot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically blooms from late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blooms may last for several weeks to a couple of months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally not fragrant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Growing Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-growing, trailing perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features small, round, silver-green leaves that form a dense mat; 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