At the peak of summer, watering your hanging baskets on a daily basis is pretty standard. If you live in an area where water is scarce, this is certainly a concern. With the right plantings, you can take off for a long weekend without asking the neighbors for a hand watering while you’re gone. Self-watering hanging baskets can cut back on your water bill for the summer, while drought tolerant plants like silver falls offer a low-impact way to enjoy some greenery. Not only can this sturdy plant withstand periods without water, a silver falls can bounce back beautifully with a thorough drink if it wilts.
Its metallic, shimmering leaves make it a lovely plant to grow on its own. With or without companion plants, silver falls in a hanging basket can create a feeling of privacy on a porch or patio with its lush curtain. Dichondra argentea’s color and impressive vines complement companion flowers well. Its color pairs with pink, purple, and blue blossoms as well as other foliage. Its maximum height is 4 inches, which allows taller companion plants to stand out. Silver falls look stunning next to spiky angelonia and more compact begonias , which gives your baskets lots of dimension and contrast.