Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia)

Performing as its name implies, this spreading little ground hugger (3-4") is always sought after and enjoyed by gardeners despite its aggressiveness. The species has small round green leaves with root nodes between that account for Creeping Jenny's ability to fill in around steps, rocks, or pathways. Equally gracious spilling over a container or window box, it has fragrant little yellow flowers in May. You'll find it handles a range of lighting conditions from full sun to part shade where moisture is evident, thus making it perfect for the woodland edge or stream bank.