Key Features

• Growth Habit:
  • Low-growing, creeping perennial groundcover
  • Typically grows 2–4 inches tall and spreads 18–36 inches or more by trailing stems
• Bloom Color:
  • Bright golden-yellow flowers
• Fragrance:
  • Little to no noticeable fragrance
• Fruit Flavor:
  • Not grown for edible fruit production
• Culinary Uses:
  • No culinary uses
• Medicinal & Traditional Uses:
  • Historically, related Lysimachia species have been used in traditional herbal medicine for a variety of ailments.
  • 'Aurea' is primarily grown as an ornamental groundcover.
• Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
  • Attracts bees and other small pollinators during bloom
  • Generally deer resistant
  • Rabbit resistant
  • Resistant to most pests and diseases, though overly wet conditions may occasionally encourage fungal issues
• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
• Sun Preferences:
  • Full sun to partial shade
  • Brightest golden foliage develops in full sun where adequate moisture is available
• Drought Tolerance:
  • Low to moderate
  • Prefers consistently moist soil but tolerates short dry periods once established
• When to Prune:
  • Trim throughout the growing season to control spread or maintain a neat appearance.
  • Cut back lightly in early spring to remove winter-damaged growth and encourage fresh new foliage.

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

• Select a location with moist, well-drained soil.
• Excellent for borders, groundcovers, rain gardens, rock gardens, and along pathways or ponds.

2. Prepare the Soil

• Loosen soil 6–8 inches deep.
• Mix in compost or organic matter to improve moisture retention and soil quality.

3. Dig the Hole

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5-inch pot and approximately the same depth as the root ball.

4. Remove from Pot

• Carefully remove the plant from its container.
• Gently loosen any circling roots before planting.

5. Plant

• Set the root ball level with the surrounding soil surface.
• Backfill with soil and gently firm around the roots.

6. Water Thoroughly

• Water deeply immediately after planting.
• Keep the soil evenly moist while the plant becomes established.

7. Mulch

• Apply a light 1–2 inch layer of mulch to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

8. Spacing

• Space plants 12–18 inches apart for rapid groundcover establishment.

Overwintering Lysimachia ‘Aurea’

In-Ground Plants

• Fully hardy throughout USDA Zones 3–9.
• Foliage may die back in colder climates but quickly returns in spring.
• In mild climates, plants may remain partially evergreen.

Winter Care Tips

• Apply a light mulch layer after the ground freezes to protect roots in colder regions.
• Remove any winter-damaged or dead stems in early spring.
• Ensure good drainage during winter to prevent root rot.

Container-Grown Plants

• Protect containers from repeated freeze-thaw cycles by moving them to a sheltered location.
• Water occasionally during winter if soil becomes completely dry.

Long-Term Maintenance

• Divide plants every 2–4 years if they become overcrowded.
• Trim runners as needed to control spread, especially near neighboring plants.
• Refresh mulch each spring to help retain moisture and keep the planting looking tidy.

Lysimachia ‘Aurea’ is a versatile and eye-catching groundcover that combines brilliant golden foliage, cheerful yellow blooms, and vigorous growth. Whether cascading from containers, softening stone walls, or carpeting sunny and partially shaded garden beds, Golden Creeping Jenny adds year-round texture and vibrant color while requiring very little maintenance.