Plants in genus lysimachia
Lysimachia mauritiana
Lysimachia mauritiana is a coastal plant native to regions from India to Japan, often growing as a clumping biennial. It has bright red stems and shiny green leaves, with dense pink flower clusters appearing from May to July. This plant is commonly found in maritime rock crevices and beaches.
Lysimachia ephemerum
Lysimachia ephemerum is a hardy herbaceous perennial native to parts of Europe and North Africa, including France, Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. It features grey-green foliage and erect racemes of white flowers with purple stamens that bloom in early summer. This non-weedy plant thrives in full sun and requires moist soil, making it a suitable choice for USDA zones 7 to 9.
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Outback Sunset'
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Outback Sunset' is a variegated plant with dime-sized green leaves bordered by a wide golden edge. It produces golden, upward-facing, bell-shaped flowers in terminal clusters, adding a bright splash of color to gardens. This plant has a trailing growth habit and belongs to the Primulaceae family, making it suitable for ground cover or hanging baskets.
Lysimachia nummularia
Lysimachia nummularia, also known as Creeping Jenny, is a prostrate, evergreen perennial with cup-shaped yellow flowers. It spreads rapidly by stem-rooting and is associated with damp or wet areas. This plant is native to Europe and is considered invasive in North America.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', also known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a low-growing groundcover with dime-sized golden leaves. It can be grown submerged or emersed and is common in flooded areas, though it can be invasive. This plant produces small yellow flowers and prefers a bit of morning sun for its golden color.
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander'
Lysimachia punctata 'Alexander' is a perennial with upright stems and dark leaves bordered in gold. It produces star-shaped golden flowers in midsummer and thrives in moist conditions.
Lysimachia lanceolata 'Burgundy Mist'
Lysimachia lanceolata 'Burgundy Mist' is a plant selected for its striking burgundy foliage and bright yellow summer flowers. It forms a 2-foot tall and 3-foot wide patch, thriving in moist, partially shaded meadows and attracting native bees, making it a vibrant choice for diverse garden settings.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldilocks'
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldilocks' is a fast-growing groundcover known for its striking golden foliage. It thrives in full sun to light shade and can tolerate wet soil, making it versatile for various garden settings. This plant is also suitable for containers and hanging baskets, and it can handle light foot traffic, adding a splash of color to pathways or garden edges.
Lysimachia ciliata 'Atropurpurea'
Lysimachia ciliata 'Atropurpurea' is a perennial plant with a semi-sprawling mass of purple leaves and contrasting yellow flowers. It is not invasive in gardens and can add a striking visual element with its unique foliage and blooms. This plant is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners.
Lysimachia punctata 'Walgoldalex'
Lysimachia punctata 'Walgoldalex' is a gold variegated sport with upright stems and round green leaves bordered in bright gold. It features terminal spikes of bright yellow flowers in midsummer and thrives in moist soils, adding vibrant color to garden borders.
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Persian Carpet'
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Persian Carpet' is a hardy groundcover with small dark green leaves and red veining, producing golden flowers in late spring. It performs best in full-to-part sun and is both drought and moisture-tolerant, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings.
Lysimachia japonica 'Minutissima'
Lysimachia japonica 'Minutissima' is a very low-growing groundcover with tiny yellow flowers and pinhead-sized green leaves. It is evergreen to 15 degrees F and is useful in bonsai containers.
Lysimachia clethroides 'Geisha'
Lysimachia clethroides 'Geisha' is a perennial plant known for its unique foliage and flower spikes. It grows to about 2 feet tall and features leaves with jagged, creamy yellow margins. The plant produces nodding white racemes of flowers in late summer, adding a graceful touch to gardens. It is less aggressive than other gooseneck loosestrife varieties, making it easier to manage in garden settings.
Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold'
Lysimachia clethroides 'Heronswood Gold' is a less aggressive spreading perennial with bright gold foliage. It forms a 3-foot wide patch in 2 years and features 2-foot tall stems with 6-inch spikes of small, pure white flowers in mid-July. This plant prefers average to moist soils and may scorch in all-day sun in very hot climates. 'Heronswood Gold' is a striking addition to gardens for its vibrant foliage and summer blooms.
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Persian Chocolate'
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Persian Chocolate' is a semi-evergreen groundcover known for its small purple foliage and ability to form a 3-foot wide mat in one season. It produces hundreds of golden bell-shaped flowers in late spring, making it a vibrant addition to gardens. This plant is particularly useful for covering difficult, nearly vertical slopes and is also suitable for hanging baskets or color bowls.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldi'
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldi' is a vibrant groundcover with golden chartreuse foliage and bright yellow cup-shaped blooms in summer. It is less invasive than its native counterparts and tolerates light foot traffic. This plant thrives in full sun to part shade and can grow in wet or rocky soils, reaching a height of 6 inches.
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Eco Dark Satin'
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Eco Dark Satin' is a deciduous groundcover with non-invasive stems spreading up to 3 feet wide. It features bright yellow bell-shaped flowers with reddish-brown centers, suitable for hanging baskets or color bowls.