Kidney Weed
Dichondra repens
Convolvulaceae · Groundcover
A soft carpet of round kidney-shaped leaves that works as a walkable lawn alternative or a spiller over pots and walls.
- · Water lightly and often while it knits together.
- · Takes light foot traffic once established.
- · Trim edges to keep it in bounds.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 9-11
- Sun: Full sun to partial shade
- Water: Moderate
- Maintenance: Low
- Type: Groundcover
- Mature size: 2-4 in tall · Spreading wide
- Bloom season: Inconspicuous · Green
- Pollinator friendly: Not particularly
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Hardy to 25F
- Heat tolerance: Good
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Growth rate: Fast
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