Lysmachia Nummilaria Creeping Jenny
Best low-maintenance ground cover for pond owners seeking quick, vibrant coverage.
A vigorous, low-growing aquatic plant that brings bright, golden foliage to pond edges. It spreads rapidly to provide excellent ground cover and produces cheerful yellow flowers throughout the summer.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, high-contrast foliage for shady landscape areas
- Pond owners needing low-maintenance plants for wet, boggy edges
- Landscapers wanting fast-growing ground cover to suppress unwanted weeds
Who should skip it
- Designers who prefer flexible landscapes that are easily reconfigured
- Gardeners with limited time for frequent pruning and containment
- Homeowners in regions with intense, scorching afternoon sun exposure
Performance breakdown
Establishment speed
Rapid runner growth quickly fills in bare pond edges and gaps.
Maintenance ease
Requires minimal attention once established in suitable damp conditions.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly between marginal pond borders and fully submerged aquarium environments.
Invasiveness risk
Vigorous spreading habit demands careful monitoring to prevent unwanted garden takeover.
Visual impact
Bright yellow blooms provide a consistent, cheerful pop of seasonal color.
Hardiness
Robust perennial performance across a wide range of USDA climate zones.
Key Specs
Color
Green foliage, yellow flowers
Sun Light
Full sun to shade
Hardiness Zone
Z3-Z8
Mature Height
3” to 4” (7.62 cm to 10.16 cm)
Mature Spread
1’ to 2’ (30.48 cm to 60.96 cm)
Growth Rate
Fast; Spreading
Depth
Can be submerged in water
Packaging
Bare Root
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