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Silver Falls

4.3 out of 5 (3 experiences)

Fast grower

Easy to propagate

Also known as

Silver Ponysfoot, Silver Ponysfoot, Silver Nickel Vine and Kidney Weed

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Dichondra argentea

Genus

Dichondra

Family

Convolvulaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Silver Falls

💦 Water

How often to water your Silver Falls

Silver Falls needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Silver Ponysfoot in your home

Silver Falls love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Silver Falls does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Silver Falls in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Silver Falls

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Silver Falls: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Silver Falls after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Silver Falls is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

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💦 Water Needs

Silver Falls prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Silver Falls requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Silver Falls is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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🪴 Soil

Silver Falls does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Silver Falls grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Silver Falls can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Silver Falls can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Silver Ponysfoot →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Silver Falls, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.