Golden Creeping Jenny 4-Pack of 4" Pots - Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' Trailing Ground Cover Zones 3-9

Golden Creeping Jenny 4-Pack of 4" Pots - Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' Bright Chartreuse Trailing Ground Cover Carpet your garden in brilliant golden sunshine with Golden Creeping Jenny - Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'. This fast-spreading, low-growing perennial produces a stunning mat of bright chartreuse to golden-yellow rounded leaves that cascade beautifully over walls, spill from containers, and carpet moist, shady areas where other ground covers struggle. Each 4-pack includes four established plants in 4" pots, ready to plant and spread. Deer resistant, virtually pest-free, and thriving across an extraordinary hardiness range of zones 3-9. Why Choose Golden Creeping Jenny? Brilliant Golden Foliage: Bright chartreuse to golden-yellow rounded leaves that glow in the landscape Fast-Spreading Ground Cover: Quickly fills in bare areas with a dense, weed-suppressing mat Exceptional Versatility: Thrives in full sun to full shade and moist to wet soils Deer Resistant: Naturally avoided by deer Wet Soil Tolerant: One of the best ground covers for rain gardens and moist areas Trailing Habit: Cascades beautifully over walls, containers, and hanging baskets Evergreen in Mild Climates: Maintains foliage year-round in warmer zones Extremely Hardy: Thrives across USDA zones 3-9 4-Pack Value: Four established 4" pot plants for faster coverage Plant Specifications Botanical Name: Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' Common Name: Golden Creeping Jenny, Golden Moneywort Family: Primulaceae Type: Perennial ground cover / trailing plant USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9 Mature Height: 2-4 inches Spread: 12-24 inches or more (spreads by creeping stems) Bloom Time: June to July Bloom Color: Bright yellow cup-shaped flowers Light Requirements: Full sun to full shade Water Requirements: Medium to wet; excellent in moist and wet soils Maintenance Level: Low Pack Size: 4 plants in 4" pots Stunning Chartreuse to Golden Foliage Golden Creeping Jenny is grown primarily for its spectacular foliage effect: Bright chartreuse to golden-yellow rounded (coin-shaped) leaves Foliage color is most vibrant and golden in full sun Turns a richer, lime green in shadier conditions Small, bright yellow cup-shaped flowers appear in June-July Low, creeping stems root at nodes as they spread, forming a dense mat Provides year-round interest in evergreen zones Exceptional Versatility - Sun to Shade, Moist to Wet Few ground covers match Golden Creeping Jenny's adaptability across growing conditions: Full Sun: Brightest golden-yellow color; requires consistently moist soil Part Shade: Excellent performance with chartreuse-gold foliage Full Shade: Tolerates deep shade with lime-green foliage Moist Soil: Thrives in consistently moist garden soils Wet Soil: One of the best plants for wet, boggy, or poorly drained areas Pond & Stream Margins: Excellent for edges of water features Fast-Spreading Ground Cover Golden Creeping Jenny is one of the fastest-spreading ground covers available: Creeping stems spread horizontally and root at nodes Quickly fills in bare areas and suppresses weeds A 4-pack provides excellent starting coverage that expands rapidly Can spread 12-24+ inches per season under ideal conditions Creates a dense, weed-suppressing mat over time Growing Conditions Light: Full sun to full shade; most adaptable of any common ground cover Soil: Moist, organically rich soils preferred; tolerates average garden soils with regular watering Water: Medium to wet; does not tolerate prolonged drought Spread: Spreads by creeping stems that root at nodes; can be vigorous in ideal conditions Evergreen: Semi-evergreen to evergreen in zones 6-9; dies back in colder zones How to Plant Golden Creeping Jenny When to Plant: Spring or fall for best establishment Site Selection: Choose a moist location in sun to shade Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart for ground cover; they will fill in quickly Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container Watering: Water thoroughly at planting; keep consistently moist during establishment Mulching: Apply 1-2 inches of mulch to retain moisture between plants Fertilizing: Minimal fertilizer needed; apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if desired Containment: Trim edges as needed to keep within desired boundaries Tolerances Deer Resistant: Naturally avoided by deer Wet Soil: Excellent tolerance for moist to wet conditions - ideal for rain gardens Heavy Shade: One of the few bright-foliaged plants that tolerates deep shade Pests & Disease: No serious insect or disease problems Ideal Garden Uses Ground Cover: Rapidly covers bare areas in sun or shade Rain Gardens: Excellent for wet, low-lying areas and rain garden plantings Pond & Stream Margins: Cascades beautifully to the water's edge Hanging Baskets: Trails dramatically over the sides Container Gardens: Spills over the edges of mixed pots and planters Wall Cascades: Drapes over retaining walls and raised beds Erosion Control: Stabilizes moist slopes and banks Woodland Gardens: Bright golden carpet under trees and shrubs Stepping Stone Paths: Fills gaps between stones in moist areas Companion Plants Golden Creeping Jenny pairs beautifully with a wide range of plants where its golden foliage creates stunning contrast: Hostas: Golden Jenny at the feet of blue or dark green hostas - a classic combination Carex Ice Dance: White-edged sedge alongside golden creeping jenny for a two-tone ground cover Carex Evergold: Complementary golden tones in a layered shade planting Astilbe: Feathery plumes rising above the golden mat Ferns: Fine-textured fronds contrasting with rounded golden leaves Heuchera: Purple or dark coral bells dramatically contrast with golden foliage Lobelia cardinalis: Red cardinal flower above golden jenny in moist areas 4-Pack Advantage This 4-pack of established 4" pot plants gives you a head start on coverage: Four healthy, established plants ready to spread immediately Faster coverage than purchasing individual plants Ideal for filling a 4-6 square foot area to start Plants will spread to cover much larger areas within one to two seasons Great value for establishing a new ground cover planting Evergreen Performance by Zone Zones 6-9: Semi-evergreen to fully evergreen - maintains foliage through winter Zones 3-5: Dies back to the ground in winter; re-emerges reliably in spring Order Golden Creeping Jenny 4-Pack of 4" Pots today and carpet your garden in brilliant chartreuse-gold foliage - Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' thrives in sun to shade, moist to wet soils, and is deer resistant across an extraordinary hardiness range of zones 3-9!