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Lysimachia nummularia
Also Known As
- Creeping Jenny
- Moneywort
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-4"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Lysimachia nummularia plant details
Lysimachia nummularia is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lysimachia nummularia
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: primulaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: bog garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lysimachia nummularia
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: standing water - regular
- Resistant to: snail / slug
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How to Grow Lysimachia nummularia
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- standing water - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- snail / slug resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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