Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ – Golden Creeping Jenny
Golden Creeping Jenny is a fast-growing, low-maintenance perennial groundcover prized for its brilliant chartreuse-yellow foliage. The round, coin-shaped leaves cascade beautifully, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, rock gardens, and container plantings.
In late spring to early summer, it produces small, cup-shaped yellow flowers, adding even more charm to its golden carpet of foliage. Its trailing habit also makes it perfect for hanging baskets or spilling over retaining walls.
- � Stunning golden-yellow foliage
- � Small yellow cup-shaped flowers in late spring
- ☀️ Grows in full sun to part shade
- � Ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and hanging baskets
- � Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Growing Zones: 3–9
| Mature Height: | 2–4 in. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Mature Width: | 12–18 in. (spreading) |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring to Early Summer |
| Botanical Name: | Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ |
| Type: | Perennial Groundcover |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
FAQ's
Does Golden Creeping Jenny stay golden all year?
In most climates, the golden color stays vibrant during the growing season, but it may fade or die back in winter, returning in spring.
Can it grow in shade?
Yes, it grows in part shade, but foliage color is brightest in full sun.
Is it invasive?
It spreads quickly and can become invasive in ideal conditions. Plant it where spreading is acceptable or use barriers to control growth.
Can it grow near water?
Yes, Golden Creeping Jenny thrives along pond edges and in moist soil.
Will it survive foot traffic?
It can tolerate very light foot traffic but is best planted where it won’t be regularly stepped on.
