Golden Creeping Jenny will grow to be only 4 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 24 inches. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 18 inches apart. Its foliage tends to remain low and dense right to the ground. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
This plant does best in partial shade to shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. It can be propagated by division; however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation.
Details
Botanical Name
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
Common Name
Golden Creeping Jenny
Hardiness Zone
- 2
Appearance
Max Height
24 Inches
Max Spread
24 Inches
Plant Form
- Spreading
Foliage Colour
- Yellow
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Gold
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Late Spring To Mid Summer
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Partial Shade To Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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