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Moneywort

Scientific name: Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’
Taxonomy
Family:Primulaceae
Type:Groundcovers evergreen
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 8
Sun:Full to partial sun
Moisture:Wet
Plant Characteristics
Height:0 ft
Width:2 ft
Bloom:Summer flowers
Bloom Time:June
Bloom Color:Yellow
Additional Characteristics
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Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description For wet areas where a groundcover is needed Moneywort should be considered. It features golden yellow leaves and bright yellow flowers during the summer. Often called Creeping Jenny.

  Morphology:
This semi-evergreen groundcover grows 3”-6” tall but can spread out to 2 feet or more. This cultivar features rounded, slightly ruffled, yellow leaves (to 3/4" diameter). It produces cup-shaped, bright yellow flowers (to 3/4" across) appear in June.

  Adaptation:
Moneywort does best in moist, but well-drained soils, rich in organic matter. It should not be allowed to dry out during the summer. While it can tolerate partial shade it will realize its best color in full sun.

This cultivar can withstand damper soils than many other types of ground covers and can tolerate limited foot traffic.

  Pests:
No serious disease or insect problems.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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