Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', commonly known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a vibrant and versatile aquatic plant. This low-growing perennial is renowned for its striking, golden-yellow foliage, which provides a luminous contrast to green aquatic landscapes. It thrives in moist environments, making it a popular choice for water gardens, pond edges, and as a ground cover in damp areas. Its trailing habit and rapid growth rate make it a useful plant for creating visual interest and covering bare spots in a garden setting.

Why We Like It

• Vibrant Foliage: The golden-yellow leaves add a splash of color to aquatic settings.
• Versatile Growth: Suitable for a variety of wet environments, including pond margins and boggy areas.
• Easy to Grow: Adapts well to different conditions and requires minimal maintenance.

What to Know

• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.
• Soil Conditions: Thrives in moist, well-drained soil.
• Watering Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially in dryer conditions.
• Pruning and Maintenance: Can be trimmed back to control growth and encourage denser foliage.
• Winter Care: Tolerates cold temperatures but may require protection in extremely cold climates.

Flower Colour

• Yellow

Flowering Months

• May
• June
• July

Eventual Height and Spread

• Height: Approximately 5-10 cm
• Spread: Can reach up to 60-90 cm