Botanical Name: Lysimachia nummularia ‘Goldii’ Common Name: Golden Creeping Jenny Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Most Climates (USDA Zones 3–9) Size: 2–4" Tall × 18–24" Spread Growth Habit: Low, Trailing, Moderately Spreading Groundcover Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade (Best Color in Full Sun) Soil: Moist, Well-Drained Soil; Adapts to Average Garden Conditions Water Needs: Moderate; Prefers Consistent Moisture Bloom Season: Late Spring to Early Summer Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Fertility Features: Rich Golden-Yellow Foliage, Improved Color Stability, More Controlled Growth Uses: Containers, Hanging Baskets, Borders, Edging, Groundcover (Controlled Areas), Water Garden Margins

Patent: ❌ Not Patented Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

More About Lysimachia ‘Goldii’

Lysimachia ‘Goldii’ is an improved selection of Golden Creeping Jenny, valued for its richer gold foliage and more refined growth habit. The rounded leaves maintain stronger golden color than standard forms, especially in summer heat and partial shade.

Like all creeping jenny, it produces long trailing stems that root as they spread, but ‘Goldii’ does so at a more manageable pace, making it easier to use in intentional designs.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Goldii’ has been consistently reliable in containers and mixed plantings. It trails beautifully without overwhelming companion plants and maintains cleaner color and form than more aggressive selections.

We especially appreciate its predictability. It still provides excellent spill and coverage, but with fewer surprises—making it a better choice for home gardeners and retail plantings.

Lysimachia ‘Goldii’ vs. ‘Aurea’

Compared to classic Golden Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia ‘Aurea’), ‘Goldii’ offers:

• Better color retention
• Shorter internodes
• Less aggressive spreading

While ‘Aurea’ excels as a fast groundcover for large areas, ‘Goldii’ is the superior option for containers, edging, and controlled landscapes.

For gardeners seeking the look of Golden Creeping Jenny with better manners and more consistent color, Lysimachia ‘Goldii’ is the clear choice.