Dichondra Carolinensis

Dichondra Carolinensis Care

Dichondra Carolinensis

What is the plant

Dichondra carolinensis, commonly known as Carolina ponysfoot, is a small herbaceous plant native to Bermuda and the south-eastern United States. Its round, bright-green leaves, indented where they join the long stalks, are 2 cm broad. Leaves suborbicular to reniform, mostly 1-3 cm wide, sparsely pubescent beneath; petioles 1-4 cm long.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

11°C - 21°C

Hardiness zone

max 10a

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Once plants are established, a deep and infrequent watering is necessary. It is best to allow the plants to dry out slightly between watering.
Pruning
In fact, due to the plant's vigorous nature, it can develop invasive qualities in the landscape. In mild climates, the plant is likely to spread outside of its bounds, sending out creeping stems that take root along the way. However, it is easy enough to trim off these stems as needed to keep your plant's spread in check.
Fertilizer
Provide ½ to 1 pound (227 to 453.5 gr.)of nitrogen per month during the growing season for a healthy cover.

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Sunlight
Best grown in full sun to part shade.
Soil
Perform well in most types of soil.
Temperature
They are Drought hardy, tolerating coastal, frost and dry conditions.

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Container
Ceramic and plastic are the two best options, and both have their pros and cons. Ceramic pots are porous which means your plants are less likely to experience root rot from overwatering. It also means you'll have to water more often. Plastic pots are lighter, less likely to break, and easier to clean.
Popularity
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