Creeping Jenny

Description

Creeping Jenny, also known by its common names Moneywort, Herb Twopence, and Twopenny Thot, is a versatile and attractive low-growing plant perfect for enhancing pond edges, streams, and bog gardens. This fast-growing evergreen perennial is renowned for its lush green foliage, trailing stems, and heart-shaped leaves, which add a charming ground cover effect to any garden setting. In summer, Creeping Jenny produces vibrant yellow flowers, providing a striking contrast against its rich green leaf axils.

This plant thrives in damp, moist, well-draining soil and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade, making it an excellent choice for water gardens and shaded areas alike. However, Creeping Jenny does not fare well in dry conditions and requires regular watering to maintain its lush appearance. Its rapid growth rate can lead to invasiveness if not carefully managed, so regular pruning is recommended to keep it in check and prevent it from overtaking other plants in your garden.

Creeping Jenny is particularly valued for its ability to create a vivid, carpet-like effect, which makes it a popular choice for gardeners looking to juxtapose it with taller plants or use it as ground cover in challenging areas. Please note that during winter, the plant may lose its tops, but it will bounce back in the growing season. Whether you’re looking to add a pop of colour to your water feature or cover a shady spot with vibrant foliage in your rock garden, Creeping Jenny offers both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits for a diverse range of garden environments.