Nature Hills Nursery
Golden Creeping Jenny
Best low-maintenance groundcover for adding vibrant color to damp, sloped landscapes.
Golden Creeping Jenny is a vibrant, chartreuse groundcover that quickly forms a dense, colorful carpet. Its bright yellow blooms appear in mid-summer, adding cheerful interest. Also known as Moneywort, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is adaptable to various garden types, making it an excellent choice for softening rock walls or as a spiller in containers. This variety is less invasive than the species and is resistant to deer. It handles light foot traffic and is suitable for slopes and erosion control.
$29.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1695
/ 3083
#1695 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+7%
Above average
Botanical Name
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
/ Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking year-round visual interest and bright foliage
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance weed suppression
- Designers looking for versatile trailing plants for containers
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with delicate plants in small, confined spaces
- People living in arid climates with limited irrigation
- Gardeners struggling with slug or snail infestations
Performance breakdown
Groundcover Density
Forms a thick, vibrant carpet that effectively suppresses unwanted weed growth.
Erosion Control
Excellent root structure for stabilizing slopes and preventing soil runoff.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in diverse conditions ranging from wet soils to container gardens.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in the proper growing zone.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer, keeping your landscape intact without chemical sprays.
Visual Impact
Chartreuse foliage provides a high-contrast pop of color all season long.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
Height
1 ft
Width
1 ft
Growing Zones
3-9
Sunlight
Full sun
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flower Color
Yellow
Leaf Color
Yellow, Green
Features
- Low Maintenance
- Gorgeous chartreuse foliage
- Softens edges of landscapes
- Handles light foot traffic
- Drought tolerant once established
- Suitable for wet soils and slopes
- Deer-resistant
- Container friendly
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Golden Creeping Jenny from Nature Hills Nursery for its exceptional quality upon arrival. Many reviewers note the plants arrive healthy, vibrant, and well packaged, ready for planting. The ease of establishment and reliable growth are also frequently highlighted, with users appreciating how quickly this ground cover spreads to create a beautiful, bright carpet. Its low maintenance nature and ability to thrive in various conditions contribute to a highly positive experience, making it a favored choice for adding cheerful color and texture to gardens and containers.
Know before you buy
Yes, this plant is hardy in growing zones 3 through 9, meaning it can withstand a wide range of temperatures, including harsh winters.
Absolutely. Golden Creeping Jenny thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is an excellent choice for areas of the garden that tend to hold water.
It handles light foot traffic well, making it a great choice for filling in gaps between stepping stones or along garden paths.
While it is a vigorous grower, this specific 'Aurea' variety is considered less invasive than the wild species, making it easier to manage in a controlled landscape.
Yes, it works beautifully as a 'spiller' in containers, where its chartreuse foliage can cascade over the edges of pots and hanging baskets.
No, this plant is deer-resistant, so you don't have to worry about local wildlife grazing on your groundcover.
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