Dichondra Argentea ‘Silver Surfer’ (Silver Surfer Dichondra)
Dichondra Argentea ‘Silver Surfer’ (Silver Surfer Dichondra)
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Dichondra Argentea ‘Silver Surfer’ (Silver Surfer Dichondra) is a highly ornamental trailing plant known for its cascading silver foliage and soft, flowing habit. It is widely used in hanging baskets, containers, and modern landscape designs where contrast, texture, and movement are important. Its shimmering leaves create a dramatic visual effect, especially when paired with flowering plants or bold foliage varieties.
Silver Surfer Dichondra thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil with moderate watering. It is ideal for spilling over pots, retaining walls, and raised beds where its trailing stems can cascade freely. Fast-growing and low maintenance, it adds a striking silver accent to both contemporary and tropical-style gardens.

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Mature height
5–10 cm (low ground coverage)
Mature width
60–120 cm+ trailing spread
Spacing
30–50 cm apart (or allow to trail freely)
Evergreen/Deciduous
Perennial (often grown as annual in cooler climates)
Foliage
Silver-grey foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Inconspicuous small greenish flowers (rarely noticed)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; trim to control spread and encourage fullness
Root System
Shallow trailing root system with stolons