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Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'

Family Primulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' (golden creeping jenny) bears showy and bright yellow flowers during late spring to late summer. The showy glossy foliage is bright yellow and medium green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, hanging basket, mass planting, pond, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of wet sites and light foot traffic.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' (golden creeping jenny) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' (golden creeping jenny) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.