How to Grow Dichondra
Understand that Dichondra is a type of morning glory, and it is often considered a weed., Choose an ornamental Dichondra called “Silver Falls” or “Silver Dichondra” if you want a cascading groundcover., Ask your local landscape company or garden...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Understand that Dichondra is a type of morning glory
It’s invasiveness is what makes it ideal for filling out beds or growing as lawn.
However, you should be prepared to contain it if need be. -
Step 2: and it is often considered a weed.
It will look great overhanging retaining walls and stones.
The Silver Falls variety is light green to gray, while other Dichondra plants are a Kelly green color. , Flea beetles attach this plant in some areas, making it a poor choice.As is, it can be a difficult to maintain, yet, drought resistant type of lawn. , If your ground freezes, it is a good idea to choose bedding plants.
Seeds should only be started outdoors when the temperature is at least 75 degrees Fahrenheit (24 degrees Celsius). , It will need steady temperatures over 70 degrees. , Wait the amount of time indicated on the package before you seed your lawn. , Feed lawn with an all-purpose lawn food. , Make sure that all areas are level, so that they drain well. , (0.5kg) per 500 to 1000 square feet (46 to 93 square meters).
The heavier you seed, the faster it is likely to take root. , Cover it in a shallow layer of peat moss to hold moisture in and keep weeds out. , It should be moist, but never have standing water.
Make sure you use a fine mist setting. , After 10 days, let the surface dry out more before watering.
Gradually reduce the frequency with which you water.
Start to water deeply, but infrequently to develop the root system.
The roots should receive at least one inch (2.5cm) of water each time.
Dichondra is sensitive to over-watering and it can cause disease.
Don’t allow the soil to become completely dry between watering. , Use a pre-emergent for weed control.
Don’t use broad-leaf herbicides on the lawn, since it will kill the plant.
You may need to apply insecticides if heavy rain causes disease or bug problems., Set your mower height to
1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5cm).
You can cut it closer in the winter, but you should avoid cutting too much at once if the plant grows long. , Apply a weed killer if the area is overrun by weeds.
Wait several weeks to plant the Dichondra.
You can also plant Dichondra in hanging baskets or use it in cut flower arrangements. , You can also buy bedding plants if you want them to fill out even faster. , Rake the area to loosen the soil. , Fill in the area with dirt.
Press them lightly to ensure they are firmly implanted. , Then, wait until the soil is drier, but not completely dry to water again. , Try to avoid getting the fertilizer on the leaves of the plant or it may burn them. , This plant should be watered deeply but infrequently.
It will grow from season to season and fill out the beds.
They can trail up to six feet (1.8m). -
Step 3: Choose an ornamental Dichondra called “Silver Falls” or “Silver Dichondra” if you want a cascading groundcover.
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Step 4: Ask your local landscape company or garden center whether it is good for lawns in your area.
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Step 5: Decide if you will start the Dichondra from seed or purchase bedding plants.
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Step 6: Wait until late spring or early summer to start your Dichondra grass.
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Step 7: Consider laying down a weed killer
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Step 8: like Roundup
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Step 9: across the entire lawn if you have a lot of competing plants or weeds.
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Step 10: Roto-till your lawn to a depth of six inches (15cm).
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Step 11: Rake the surface free of any rocks or sticks.
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Step 12: Broadcast the seeds at a rate of 1 lb.
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Step 13: Rake the soil.
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Step 14: Sprinkle the seedbed with water three to five times a day.
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Step 15: Wait about two weeks for the Dichondra lawn to sprout.
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Step 16: Fertilize the lawn with a nitrogen-rich compost or product every winter.
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Step 17: Mow every two weeks.
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Step 18: Choose an area that has full sun or partial shade.
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Step 19: Plant the seed when temperatures are in the 70s or start them inside ahead of time.
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Step 20: Ensure your soil is well drained.
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Step 21: Plant the bedding plants to soil level.
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Step 22: Water to a depth of one to two inches (2.5 to 5cm) the first time.
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Step 23: Apply nitrogen-rich fertilizer.
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Step 24: Don’t water too frequently.
Detailed Guide
It’s invasiveness is what makes it ideal for filling out beds or growing as lawn.
However, you should be prepared to contain it if need be.
It will look great overhanging retaining walls and stones.
The Silver Falls variety is light green to gray, while other Dichondra plants are a Kelly green color. , Flea beetles attach this plant in some areas, making it a poor choice.As is, it can be a difficult to maintain, yet, drought resistant type of lawn. , If your ground freezes, it is a good idea to choose bedding plants.
Seeds should only be started outdoors when the temperature is at least 75 degrees Fahrenheit (24 degrees Celsius). , It will need steady temperatures over 70 degrees. , Wait the amount of time indicated on the package before you seed your lawn. , Feed lawn with an all-purpose lawn food. , Make sure that all areas are level, so that they drain well. , (0.5kg) per 500 to 1000 square feet (46 to 93 square meters).
The heavier you seed, the faster it is likely to take root. , Cover it in a shallow layer of peat moss to hold moisture in and keep weeds out. , It should be moist, but never have standing water.
Make sure you use a fine mist setting. , After 10 days, let the surface dry out more before watering.
Gradually reduce the frequency with which you water.
Start to water deeply, but infrequently to develop the root system.
The roots should receive at least one inch (2.5cm) of water each time.
Dichondra is sensitive to over-watering and it can cause disease.
Don’t allow the soil to become completely dry between watering. , Use a pre-emergent for weed control.
Don’t use broad-leaf herbicides on the lawn, since it will kill the plant.
You may need to apply insecticides if heavy rain causes disease or bug problems., Set your mower height to
1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5cm).
You can cut it closer in the winter, but you should avoid cutting too much at once if the plant grows long. , Apply a weed killer if the area is overrun by weeds.
Wait several weeks to plant the Dichondra.
You can also plant Dichondra in hanging baskets or use it in cut flower arrangements. , You can also buy bedding plants if you want them to fill out even faster. , Rake the area to loosen the soil. , Fill in the area with dirt.
Press them lightly to ensure they are firmly implanted. , Then, wait until the soil is drier, but not completely dry to water again. , Try to avoid getting the fertilizer on the leaves of the plant or it may burn them. , This plant should be watered deeply but infrequently.
It will grow from season to season and fill out the beds.
They can trail up to six feet (1.8m).
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