Dichondra Silver Falls (Create breathtaking silver cascades with ease)
Dichondra argentea Silver Falls
The ultimate trailing plant for instant impact
Dichondra Silver Falls is a very popular Melbourne Groundcover for cascading over Retaining Walls, Containers & Hanging baskets. Grows to 15cm
Dichondra argentea ‘Silver Falls’ is a stunning, trailing perennial that’s especially popular for its striking, silvery foliage. Commonly known as Silver Falls Dichondra, it is often used in landscaping as a groundcover or hanging basket plant due to its cascading growth habit.
The leaves are heart-shaped, silvery-gray in color, and have a soft, velvety texture. As it grows, the plant creates a beautiful, flowing effect that makes it perfect for adding contrast and texture to garden beds, hanging planters, or even as a spiller in container gardens. It also thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil.
Dichondra Silver Falls is a relatively low-maintenance plant once established, and it’s known for its drought tolerance, making it ideal for xeriscaping or low-water gardens. Additionally, it can handle a range of temperatures, though it may struggle in extreme cold.
Turn pots and walls into living art
For instant elegance and dramatic contrast, few plants rival Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’. Its long, cascading stems spill effortlessly over pots, walls and raised garden beds, creating a breathtaking curtain of silver foliage that catches the light beautifully throughout the day. Tough enough to handle Melbourne’s conditions yet refined enough for designer landscapes, ‘Silver Falls’ provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance. Whether used alone or combined with flowering plants, it delivers a premium look that transforms ordinary spaces into standout garden features.
Why You’ll Love Dichondra Silver Falls
| Benefit |
Why It Matters |
| Stunning Silver Foliage |
Creates striking contrast in any landscape |
| Cascading Growth Habit |
Produces a dramatic waterfall effect |
| Fast Growing |
Quickly fills pots, baskets and garden spaces |
| Drought Tolerant |
Ideal for low-water gardens |
| Versatile Application |
Perfect for containers, walls and groundcover |
| Year-Round Interest |
Attractive foliage in every season |
| Low Maintenance |
Easy-care once established |
| Designer Garden Favourite |
Adds sophistication and visual impact |
$14.25 – $156.25 inc. GST
