Overview
Lysimachia nummularia is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Lysimachia, part of the Primulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Lysimachia nummularia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. It is attractive to pollinators. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens. It is native to Europe and SW Asia.
About
This perennial plant grows in a mat-like form, featuring smooth, hairless leaves that are either oval or heart-shaped, arranged in pairs along its trailing stems. Occasionally, the leaves exhibit small dark glandular markings. In summer, yellow blooms with five pointed lobes emerge from the leaf axils.
About the genus
Lysimachia consists of herbaceous or evergreen perennial plants characterized by simple leaves and star-shaped flowers, which may appear in terminal racemes or panicles, or solitary in the leaf axils.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lysimachia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lysimachia nummularia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
- Native to
- Europe, SW Asia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lysimachia nummularia
- Cultivation
- Occurs naturally in damp, grassy places in sun or partial shade. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or propagate by division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Lysimachia nummularia?
Occurs naturally in damp, grassy places in sun or partial shade. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well.
Where is the best place to plant Lysimachia nummularia?
Lysimachia nummularia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lysimachia nummularia need?
Lysimachia nummularia grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
How do I prune Lysimachia nummularia?
No pruning required.
How big does Lysimachia nummularia grow?
Lysimachia nummularia reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Lysimachia nummularia hardy in the UK?
Lysimachia nummularia has a UK hardiness rating of H6.
How do I propagate Lysimachia nummularia?
Propagate by seed or propagate by division.
Is Lysimachia nummularia good for pollinators?
Yes — Lysimachia nummularia attracts and supports pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects.