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| Dichondra is a warm season
ground cover that grows close to the ground. It has broad, almost circular leaves and when
mown low establishes a thick dense carpet look. Originally a weed, it is now used in many
ground cover situations where normal grasses may not do as well. It has a bright green
color and a cushion feel underfoot. |
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CARE & ESTABLISHMENT Of Dichondra
Dichondra is something special.
It can turn your yard into a showplace.
dichondra's rich, lush green year-around color and velvety texture
are the perfect complement to any home. Dichondra fits well for
less than full-lawn situations too. It is a good choice for
replacement grass in areas difficult to mow, such as between
stepping stones, around trees and next to walls and foundations.
SOIL TYPE:
Dichrondra can be grown in full sun or in partial shade and on
soils that are sandy or heavy, as long as the soil has good
drainage.
TEMPERATURE RANGE:
Dichondra is best adapted to those areas that have warm climates.
Dichondra will retain its green color during the winter to
temperatures as low as 20 - 25 degrees with only slight leaf
browning.
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insects and weeds, dichondra care is much easier. It is a
lawn that responds to the care inspired by homeowners. |
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In its areas of origin it is highly resistant to
diseases. Beautiful in landscaping areas of no maintenance where adapted, and does not
need to be mown. When used in lawn situations it can be mown for an even, smooth finish.
It needs well draining soils and deep watering, not shallow wateriness. It should begin
to get a wilted look when it needs watering.
Varieties: none.
Adaptation: Hotter and dryer areas. Areas of little traffic is the best, it has
very low wear ability.
Preparation: This should be planted on a thoroughly prepared seedbed and weed
free in the beginning. Dichondra is very hard to remove weeds from and this step
should be taken in the beginning. Fully pack the soil and lightly rake the surface and
evenly spread the seed, evenly watering afterward.
Seeding: One pound per 300 square feet.
Usage: Low maintenance areas and erosion control in some places. For naturalized
areas among other plantings.
Watering: Needs a lot of water on a deep and infrequent basis and needs to slightly
dry out between wateriness. Too little watering results in problems if the soils is too
heavy (clay types) and the water is too alkaline which in this case results in salt burn.
Fertilization: ˝ to 1 pound / 1000 SF about every 2 months.
Mowing: May be mowed - Mow ˝ to 1 ˝ inches depending upon traffic and shade.
Weakness: Alternaria fungus (result of over watering), fleabeetles and cutworms.
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