Advanced Seed Dichondra

Description

ADVANCED SEED DICHONDRA

Has broad, circular leaves and is used in many situations where grasses may not do well e.g. In shaded areas under trees.

It has a bright green colour and a cushion feel underfoot.  It looks beautiful in landscaped areas where it does not need to be mown.

Optimum Sowing Temperature: Between 15 and 25 degrees celsius

Recommended sowing in AUTUMN and SPRING

Quality Rating:

Premium Surface *****

Use:

Areas of little traffic, Low maintenance Areas or erosion control in some areas

Sizes:  200g, 500g, 2kg, 4kg tubs

Sowing Rate:

New Sowing: 1kg per 100m2

Germination Time: In Optimal Conditions you may see germination in 14 days.  When sowing out of season this can take longer.

Watering:

All landscaped areas need water in dry periods.

Dichondra will need additional irrigation in hot Summer months.  Water at least twice a week – more frequently in extreme weather weeks. 

*During the first 30 days after seeding watering may be necessary 3-4 times a day.  Seed should not be allowed to dry out.

Preferred Soil Type

Optimum Soil Type is Sandy Loam.  A good seed bed is the key to a great lawn.  What depth can we put here?

Starter Fertiliser:

• We recommend KickStart - a Starter Fertiliser to ensure successful germination. 
• Apply 3kg of fertiliser per 100sqm (30 g/m2)
• Click here to view our Landscape Range KickStart Fertiliser

Dichondra FAQ:  

Q: How does Dichondra handle Shade? 

A: Yes, Dichondra is very happy in shade and is perfect for sowing under trees or in garden beds around other plants. 

Q: How does Dichondra handle full Sun? 

A: Dichondra is hardy and versatile but Australian Summers are challenging.  Deep watering a couple of times a week will benefit. Similar to lawns, if you get patches seasonally or a very hot summer you can oversow at the end of the season to fill in. 

Q: How does Dichondra handle cold winters and frost? 

A: Dichondra copes very well with cold winters and frost. If you notice any patches appearing during the colder seasons, you can oversow to fill in areas. 

Q: How much watering does is require?   

A: Like all growing plants it needs irrigation in extended dry periods. It requires regular watering in dry months and extra irrigation in Summer (deep watering at least 2 x a week), but overall it is a hardy, versatile plant. 

Q: Will it handle kids and pets? 

A: Dichondra is better in low-traffic areas like garden beds and isn’t suited for surfaces that active dogs and kids will be running over.  

Q: How do I sow Dichondra seed? 

A:  Follow the same steps as in our Lawn Sowing Instructions.  Use a Starter Fertiliser and keep the area continually damp during the germination phase... around 4 weeks.  

Q: Will this grow in Perth/Canberra/NT/Brisbane? 

A:  Dichondra will grow in most Australian locations.  See our image below to check for your location and suitability.