Creeping jenny

Lysimachia nummularia forms long trailing stems with rounded fresh green leaves and produces numerous bright yellow cup-shaped flowers from May to July. This hardy perennial quickly forms dense carpets and is excellent as ground cover for moist borders, pond edges, or walls. The attractive flowers are popular with bees and add lively colour accents.

Watering and Care

Lysimachia nummularia performs best in a well-prepared garden soil with balanced moisture levels. During extended dry periods, regular watering helps maintain healthy growth and keeps the plant looking its best throughout the season. Avoid overly wet conditions, as excessive moisture may affect root health.

Maintenance

This plant remains attractive with only minimal care. Removing faded flowers and old foliage encourages fresh growth and helps maintain a neat appearance in borders and garden beds.

Location

A bright position with plenty of natural light provides ideal growing conditions. In the right location, the plant will develop a strong habit and display its ornamental qualities to the fullest.

Tip

Combine this variety with contrasting perennials or ornamental grasses to create a dynamic planting scheme with interest throughout the year.

Lysimachia nummularia impresses with creeping, bright green foliage and yellow flowers in summer. The plant looks lively and decorative as groundcover.

It is especially suitable for sunny to partially shaded locations. The yellow flowers provide summer color accents and attract insects.