Lysimachia n. ‘Aurea’ (10)ct Flat

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Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ (10ct Flat Common Name: CREEPING JENNY, MONEYWORT, CREEPING CHARLIE, Golden Creeping Jenny

Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’, commonly called Golden Creeping Jenny or Moneywort, is a vigorous, low-growing perennial that brightens up gardens with its cheerful golden foliage and sunny yellow flowers. It is a popular choice for groundcover, hanging baskets, and even water gardens, adding a touch of vibrant color wherever it grows:

• Foliage: Rounded to heart-shaped, golden-yellow leaves that create a dense mat. The foliage color is most intense in full sun.
• Flowers: Bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer.
• Growth Habit: Spreading and trailing, rooting at the nodes as it grows.
• Height: 3-6 inches
• Spread: 12-18 inches
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Light: Full sun to part shade (best foliage color in full sun)
• Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Tolerates wet soils and can even grow in shallow water.
• Uses: Groundcover, edging, rock gardens, containers, hanging baskets, water gardens.

Benefits:

• Versatile: Adaptable to various growing conditions and can be used in a variety of settings.
• Brightens Shady Areas: Its golden foliage adds a splash of color to shady corners of the garden.
• Attracts Pollinators: The flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.
• Erosion Control: Its spreading habit helps to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.
• Easy to Grow: Relatively low-maintenance and tolerates a wide range of conditions.

Growing Tips:

• Planting: Space plants 12-18 inches apart for groundcover.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during hot, dry periods.
• Fertilizing: Not generally required, but a light application of fertilizer in spring can promote growth.
• Pruning: Can be pruned or pinched back to control spread and maintain shape.
• Overwintering: Generally, does not require winter protection, but in colder zones, a light layer of mulch can help.

Things to Note:

• Invasive Potential: While the golden cultivar is less aggressive than the species, it can still spread rapidly in ideal conditions. It is best to plant it in areas where it can be contained or monitored.
• Foliage Color: The foliage color is most vibrant in full sun. In shade, the leaves may become more chartreuse or lime green.

If you are looking for a cheerful and vigorous groundcover that can tolerate some shade and add a touch of gold to your garden, Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ is an excellent choice. Its adaptability, easy care, and vibrant foliage make it a valuable addition to any landscape.

Height: 2.0-4.0 InchesSpread: 18.0-24.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8Flower Color: Yellow ShadesFoliage Color: Green shadesFull Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) – Full Shade (<4 hrs. Direct Sun)Average to Consistent Water NeedsAverage to Fertile Soil QualityBloomtime: Early SummerGrowth Rate: Rapid

Container, Ground Cover

Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).

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