Golden Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
11 reviews
Golden Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
11 reviews
- Beautiful golden-yellow foliage adds a pop of color to garden beds and containers
- Thrives in moist, boggy conditions making it perfect for water features or low-lying areas
- Forms a dense, spreading mat that suppresses weeds and helps prevent erosion
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Why Golden Creeping Jenny?
Golden Creeping Jenny, also known as Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', is a popular choice for gardeners due to its striking golden-yellow foliage that brightens up shady areas. This low-growing perennial is ideal for ground cover or as a trailing plant in hanging baskets. It is also known for its ability to tolerate moist soil conditions, making it a versatile and easy-to-care-for plant.
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Sunlight
Golden Creeping Jenny thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. It prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to maintain its vibrant golden color and promote healthy growth. However, it can tolerate some shade and will still grow well in
Watering
Golden Creeping Jenny prefers consistently moist soil, but not waterlogged. Water regularly, especially during hot, dry periods, to keep the soil evenly moist. Reduce watering in the winter when growth slows. Avoid allowing the soil to completely dry out b
Fertilizing
Golden Creeping Jenny prefers rich, well-draining soil and benefits from a balanced fertilizer with equal amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Fertilize in early spring and mid-summer with a slow-release fertilizer to promote healthy growth and
Golden Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea')
The Golden Creeping Jenny, also known as Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', is a versatile and low-maintenance perennial plant that is prized for its vibrant chartreuse foliage. This groundcover plant is perfect for adding bright color and texture to your garden or landscape.
With its trailing habit, the Golden Creeping Jenny is ideal for filling in spaces between stepping stones, cascading over retaining walls, or spilling out of containers. Its small, rounded leaves are tinged with golden-yellow hues that intensify with sunlight exposure, creating a stunning display in any setting.
This plant thrives in moist, well-draining soil and partial to full sun. It is a fast-growing plant that spreads quickly to form a dense mat of foliage. In the summer, it produces small, yellow cup-shaped flowers that add a pop of color to its already striking appearance.
Whether used as a groundcover, in hanging baskets, or as a border plant, the Golden Creeping Jenny is sure to brighten up any garden with its cheerful and low-maintenance personality.
Plant Information:
| Botanical Name: | Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' |
| USDA Zones: | 3 - 9 |
| Water: | Moderate to High |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Soil Needs: | Widely Adaptable |
| Mature Height: | 3 - 6 inches |
| Mature Spread: | 12 - 18 inches |
Pollination Info
Pollination Information for Golden Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea')
Golden Creeping Jenny, also known as Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', is a perennial plant that produces bright yellow flowers. This low-growing ground cover is popular in gardens for its vibrant color and spreading growth habit.
Pollination:
Golden Creeping Jenny is pollinated by bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The bright yellow flowers attract these insects with their nectar and pollen, which they collect to feed themselves and their larvae.
Benefits of Pollination:
Pollination is essential for the reproduction of Golden Creeping Jenny and many other plant species. Without pollinators, these plants would not be able to produce seeds and reproduce. Pollination also helps maintain biodiversity and healthy ecosystems by promoting the growth of new plants.
Encouraging Pollination:
To encourage pollination in your garden, consider planting a variety of flowering plants that bloom at different times throughout the year. Providing a diverse range of nectar and pollen sources will attract a greater number and variety of pollinators.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea')
1. What is Golden Creeping Jenny?
Golden Creeping Jenny, also known as Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', is a low-growing perennial plant with trailing stems and rounded, golden-yellow leaves.
2. How do I care for Golden Creeping Jenny?
Golden Creeping Jenny prefers moist, well-drained soil and full to partial sun. It can tolerate some shade but will have better color in full sun. Water regularly, especially during dry periods, and avoid overwatering. Trim back any dead or yellowing foliage to encourage new growth.
3. How do I propagate Golden Creeping Jenny?
Golden Creeping Jenny can be easily propagated by division in early spring or fall. Simply dig up a clump of the plant and gently separate the stems, replanting them in a new location. You can also propagate Golden Creeping Jenny from stem cuttings or by layering.
4. Is Golden Creeping Jenny invasive?
Golden Creeping Jenny can be considered invasive in some areas because of its vigorous growth habit and ability to spread rapidly. It is recommended to contain the plant in a pot or designated area to prevent it from taking over your garden.
5. Can Golden Creeping Jenny be grown as a groundcover?
Yes, Golden Creeping Jenny is commonly used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes. Its trailing stems and bright yellow foliage provide excellent coverage and add a splash of color to any space.
6. Does Golden Creeping Jenny flower?
Yes, Golden Creeping Jenny produces small, yellow flowers in late spring to early summer. While the flowers are not the main attraction of this plant, they can add a nice touch to the overall display.
Planting & Care
Planting & Care for Golden Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea')
Golden Creeping Jenny, also known as Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', is a low-growing perennial that is perfect for ground cover or cascading over walls and containers. Follow these planting and care tips to ensure your Golden Creeping Jenny thrives:
Planting:
- Choose a location with well-draining soil and full to partial sun.
- Dig a hole the same depth as the root ball and twice as wide.
- Place the plant in the hole and backfill with soil, tamping down gently.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
Care:
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to promote growth.
- Watch out for pests such as slugs and snails, which can damage the leaves.
- Prune back any leggy growth to encourage bushier growth.
- Divide the plant every few years to prevent overcrowding.
Additional Tips:
- Golden Creeping Jenny is a vigorous grower and may become invasive in the right conditions, so keep an eye on it and contain it if necessary.
- Consider planting Golden Creeping Jenny in hanging baskets or containers for a cascading effect.
With proper planting and care, your Golden Creeping Jenny will provide beautiful golden foliage and a lush ground cover in your garden.
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