Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia Nummularia) is a perennial herb in the Primulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A low-growing, mat-forming perennial groundcover with round leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Creeping Jenny

Creeping Jenny

Lysimachia Nummularia

A low-growing, mat-forming perennial groundcover with round leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Jenny

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Primulaceae
Genus:Lysimachia