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Description
Lysimachia Nummularia Aurea, commonly known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a low-growing perennial plant that belongs to the Primulaceae family. It is native to Europe and Western Asia and is widely used in landscaping and gardening due to its beautiful golden-yellow foliage and easy-to-grow nature.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Lysimachia |
Appearance
The Golden Creeping Jenny is a low-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 4 inches (10 cm) and a spread of up to 24 inches (60 cm). It has small, round, and bright green leaves that turn golden-yellow in the sun. The leaves are opposite, simple, and pubescent, with a diameter of about 1 inch (2.5 cm). It produces small, bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer and fall.
Care Guide
The Golden Creeping Jenny is a relatively easy-to-grow plant that requires moderate care to thrive. Here are some care tips:
- Water: Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: Plant the Golden Creeping Jenny in well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade to full sun, but it can tolerate some shade.
- Hardiness Zones: The Golden Creeping Jenny is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Golden Creeping Jenny is generally a disease-resistant plant, but it can be susceptible to some pests, including slugs, snails, and aphids. To prevent these pests, keep the plant clean and free of debris, and use organic pest control methods if necessary.
Habitat
The Golden Creeping Jenny is native to Europe and Western Asia and is commonly found in damp meadows, marshes, and stream banks. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate some flooding.
Question and Answer
Q: Is the Golden Creeping Jenny a good groundcover?
A: Yes, the Golden Creeping Jenny is an excellent groundcover due to its low-growing nature and beautiful golden-yellow foliage.
Q: Can the Golden Creeping Jenny grow in full sun?
A: Yes, the plant can grow in full sun, but it prefers partial shade to full sun.
Q: How often should I water the Golden Creeping Jenny?
A: Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Q: How tall does the Golden Creeping Jenny grow?
A: The plant can reach a height of up to 4 inches (10 cm).
Related Plants
- Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’
- Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ ‘Goldilocks’
- Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ ‘Bowles Golden’
- Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ ‘Goldilocks'”
References
- “Lysimachia Nummularia Aurea.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=278055.
- “Golden Creeping Jenny.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/15021/Lysimachia-nummularia-Aurea/Details.
- “Lysimachia Nummularia Aurea.” Plant Finder, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/920/golden-creeping-jenny/.
