Say hello to Lysimachia nummularia, more commonly known as the Creeping Jenny, Wandering Jenny, or the Moneywort. This golden beauty is a delightful addition to any garden, with its emerald leaves and sunlit flowers that can brighten up even the gloomiest of days.
Lysimachia nummularia
Partial To Full Sun
Can handle a mix of direct and bright light throughout the day.
Low Water Needs
Requires occasional watering (once a week), resilient to some dryness.
Adaptable but Rocky Soil Challenging
Adapts well but may find rocky soils challenging due to physical effort needed for planting.
Highly Adaptable Soil pH
Suitable for all pH environments, from acidic to alkaline.
Safe For Humans
No known toxic effects.
Low Safety Risks For Pets
This plant has minimal safety concerns for pets.
86%
Ease Of Care Score
91%
Safety Score
About Lysimachia nummularia
The Wandering Jenny is a cover crop and a soft-stemmed plant that stands about 2 to 4 inches tall and spreads around 1 to 2 feet wide. Its leaves are a vibrant shade of chestnut and emerald, while its flowers bloom in a radiant sunlit color during the peak season. Although it does produce fruits, their colors remain a mystery.
Did you know that the Wandering Jenny has a plethora of nicknames? Some of these include 'Creeping Joan', 'Herb Two-pence', and 'String of Sovereigns'. Talk about a plant with an identity crisis!
Also known as
Creeping Loosestrife
Creeping Yellow Loosestrife
Creeping jenny
Creeping joan
Creeping-Jenny
Herb Two-pence
Herb twopence
Meadow Runagates
Moneywort
Running Jenny
String of Sovereigns
Two penny Grass
Twopenny Grass
Twopenny thot
Wandering Jenny
Wandering sailor
Our design recommendations
The Wandering Jenny is a versatile plant that can be used in various design settings. Its creeping nature makes it an excellent choice for urns, swinging pots, and stone barricades. Its vibrant color can add a pop of life to any dull corner. This plant is a great fit for wild areas, water gardens, fluvial landscapes, and hillsides. It's a true wanderer, just as its name suggests!