Also known as Loosestrife · 615 gardener saves
Lysimachia: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Lysimachia, the genus most gardeners know as loosestrife. We track 20 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Lysimachia varieties
Of 20 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedGolden Moneywort
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
#2 most savedGolden Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldilocks'
#3 most savedGolden Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia aurea
Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia 'Creeping Lily Turf'
Golden Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia 'Golden'
Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia
Miniature Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia japonica 'Minutissima'
Yellow Loosestrife
Lysimachia punctata
Golden Globes Loosestrife 'Eco Dark Satin'
Lysimachia congestiflora 'Eco Dark Satin'
Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia 'Mix'
Creeping Jenny Night Light
Lysimachia nummularia 'Night Light'
Purple-leaf Loosestrife
Lysimachia ciliata 'Atropurpurea'
Browse all 20 Lysimachia varieties →
How to grow Lysimachia
What the Lysimachia varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 20 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Lysimachia year
- DivideMarch and September85% of varieties
Divide every 2-3 years to control spread or rejuvenate clumps
- PruneJune–August75% of varieties
Cut back runners or shape lightly after flowering finishes
- Spring CleanupFebruary and March75% of varieties
Clear away old foliage debris before new growth begins
- PlantMarch, April, September and October70% of varieties
Plant in spring or early fall for best establishment
Do
- Mulch to conserve moisture
- Water consistently to keep soil moist 🌱
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
- Prune to shape after flowering
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid overwatering in winter ❌
- Avoid overwatering which can cause root rot ❌
- Don’t fertilize in late fall
What goes wrong with Lysimachia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Apply neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Spider Mites | Webbing on foliage and speckled leaves | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Slugs | Holes in leaves and slime trails | Use organic slug bait or hand-pick at night |
| Spider mites | Webbing and speckled foliage | Increase humidity and apply insecticidal soap |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing foliage | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and treat with sulfur fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Ensure well-draining soil and reduce watering |
Making more Lysimachia
Division
- Dig up mature plants in early spring.
- Divide clumps with a sharp knife or spade.
- Replant divisions immediately in prepared soil.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
- Allow 6 weeks to establish.
Cuttings
- Select healthy semi-hardwood stems in late summer.
- Dip cut end in rooting hormone and plant in moist soil.
- Maintain high humidity and keep in indirect light for 6 weeks.
Lysimachia questions
How many types of Lysimachia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 20 distinct Lysimachia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 615 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Lysimachia grow in?
Across its varieties, Lysimachia covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Lysimachia bloom?
Most Lysimachia varieties bloom in late spring to early summer, summer, mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Lysimachia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Lysimachia shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Lysimachia in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
