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Bright yellow flowers of Creeping Jenny as a green ground coverGround cover

Lysimachia nummularia

Creeping Jenny

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Creeping Jenny is a fast-spreading, trailing ground cover with round, coin-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers in June and July. The plant spreads via long runners, forming a dense, green carpet. It is ideal for moist spots and pond margins.

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Characteristics

Sun
Partial shade, Full sun
Water
Medium
Height
5–10 cm
Spread
30–90 cm
Hardiness zone
3–9
Family
Primulaceae
Evergreen
No
Flower colors
yellow
Wildlife value
bees

Bloom period

Jan
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Care guide

Plant in partial shade or sun in moisture-retentive to wet soil. Creeping Jenny thrives even at the water's edge and in shallow pond margins. Keep the soil moist, especially in sunny positions. Note: the plant can spread aggressively — control growth by removing runners regularly.

Pruning tips

Pruning is rarely needed. Trim back runners that reach too far to keep the plant in check. In spring, remove brown winter stems for a fresh appearance.

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