Hi Dogboy- They're much easier to grow in the ground than in a pot. They make a nice sparkly creeping ground cover and look their best if kept wet in dappled shade, but also become invasive this way. I mulch mine with leaf mold at first frost and they aren't bothered by the worst of Dallas winters, but keep spreading beyond the mulch in spring. The rapid growth can really wear out the soil so a lot of composted manure is a good idea when planting in the ground.

Keiko

Are these hardy in zone 7a? Where can I find it?

Susan

Thanks keiko, if I can find some space, I'll take them out of the pot.
I rescued them from Wal-Mart about 2 months ago. They have filled the pot with runners so I have a pretty good idea of how they spread

Susan, they seem hardier than they need to be for Dallas. If a pile of dry leaves will keep the ground from freezing in OKC, then I think they should be OK there.These cuties are worth a try in the ground, but if you have a basement or greenhouse you can also store them dormant, cool and barely moist. They don't make good winter house plants.

Keiko