Creeping Jenny

Binomial name

Lysimachia nummularia

Common names

Creeping Jenny, Moneywort

Description

Creeping Jenny is a delightful ground cover known for its vibrant green, round leaves that add a fresh, lively touch to any garden. Its low-growing habit makes it perfect for filling in gaps between plants, along borders, or cascading over the edges of containers. In spring and early summer, it produces small, star-shaped yellow flowers that brighten up your landscape. This plant is as adaptable as it is attractive, thriving in a variety of conditions while staying compact and neat.

Light requirements

Creeping Jenny prefers partial shade but can also tolerate full sun, especially if the soil is kept consistently moist. In shadier locations, it tends to maintain a more vibrant green color, while sun exposure can turn the leaves a golden-yellow or bronze hue.

Soil preferences, including pH and drainage

This plant loves moist, well-draining soil, and it thrives in slightly acidic to neutral conditions (pH 6.0–7.0). It’s particularly well-suited for boggy or damp areas, but it can also handle average garden soil as long as it doesn’t dry out completely.

Water needs

Creeping Jenny enjoys consistent moisture, especially during the growing season. Keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy, to avoid root rot. In drier conditions, the plant can tolerate some drought, but it will thrive with regular watering.