Perennials

Lysimachia nummularia (golden form)

Golden creeping Jenny

Also known as: Moneywort

Representative creeping Jenny; cultivar not specified.

Rounded golden leaves trail over pot edges or spread into a low mat. The nursery has confirmed golden foliage, not a specific cultivar. Keep contained; rooting stems spread readily.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 2–4 in. tall × 12–24 in. or more wide
Water: Moist to wet
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
Bloom: Yellow; summer.

Sizes & prices

4.5"$8.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerates occasional dryness.
Wet soil: Tolerates wet soil and occasional flooding.

Keep in mind: Spreads aggressively. Keep away from natural areas.

Growing & care

Maintenance: No routine pruning required; monitor its spreading mat and keep it within the intended planting area.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: Cathy Dewitt · CC BY 4.0

Image notes: Representative creeping Jenny; cultivar not specified. Uncropped.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.