Can You Grow A Silver Falls Plant Indoors?

Are you looking for another stunning plant to add to your indoor collection? While you're perusing all the species you could possibly adopt for your home, there's one to consider that you might not have thought of. A silver falls plant will look absolutely amazing in a hanging planter in front of a bright window. Dichondra argentea 'Silver Falls' is a beautiful creeping or trailing perennial that's popular as a ground cover in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12 as it prefers the heat and is drought-tolerant. However, it can also make a spectacular houseplant that's unbelievably easy to look after. This makes it perfect for both experienced growers and those just starting out. But if you're new to growing indoors, you might like to explore some tips for choosing the right low-maintenance houseplants as a beginner.

Silver falls is a cultivar of Dichondra argentea, which is native to Mexico and Texas. It has small silvery leaves that are reminiscent of tiny water lily pads. It grows vigorously by producing long stems, which are also a lovely silver in color. When planted in a hanging basket, the slender stems can cascade down over the edges, giving it the appearance of a waterfall glistening in the sunlight. Place it next to some dark green foliage plants, and it will add a very pretty contrast with its lighter colored leaves. Plus, you'll be amazed when the trailing stems reach a length of up to 6 feet in just one season of growth.

The most important thing to remember is that this plant doesn't like excessive moisture, as waterlogging will cause the roots to rot and die. For this reason, you want to use a planter that has lots of drainage holes and only water your plant once the top inch of soil is dry. That's why this cultivar is so perfect for hanging pots that tend to dry out much faster, and why you should fill your hanging baskets with silver falls plants for drought-tolerant greenery. Ideally, this plant does well when placed in front of a well-lit window so that you can enjoy the intense shimmer from the silvery leaves which are covered with small, soft hairs. Just make sure it only gets filtered sunlight to avoid scorching the leaves.

While silver falls will look quite striking on its own, it can also be used as a dramatic "spiller" in mixed containers. Pair it with either dark green foliage plants or brightly colored flowers, like petunias, for a truly magnificent display. You can give your plant a light dose of liquid fertilizer once a month during its active growing season, but refrain from feeding during winter, when the plant goes dormant. Once you've fallen in love with the color of this cultivar, you might want to explore some other plants with silver foliage to give your garden a fantasy vibe.