Scientific Name: Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’
Common Name:
Creeping Jenny/ Golden Moneywort
Life Cycle: Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Physical Characteristics:
Form: Creeping
Height: .25 – .5 ft.
Spread: 1-1.5 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Resistance/ Tolerance: Tolerates wet areas, is good for erosion control, shallow soil, and light foot traffic.
Ornamental Characteristics:
Texture: Fine
Flowers: Bright yellow flowers in early summer.
Foliage: Oppositely arranged round leaves that are between yellow and bright chartreuse.
Objectionable Features: Can be an aggressive spreader, yellow leaves may turn green.
Habitat Requirements:
Soil Preferences: Prefers wet or moist, well-draining soil.
Exposure: Full Sun to Shade
Water Requirements: Moderate to High
Maintenance Characteristics:
Medium Maintenance, Pull back and prune runners that are growing beyond where you want them.
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