Troubleshooting
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' problems — and how to fix them
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' (Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Loss of gold colour
In too much shade the leaves revert toward plain green. Give it brighter (but not scorching) light to keep the chartreuse-gold tones.
Leaf scorch
Golden foliage burns more readily than green forms when roots are dry in strong sun. Keep soil moist and shelter from blistering afternoon sun in hot regions.
Invasive spread
Just as vigorous as the green species and can overrun neighbours or escape gardens. Site it where it can be contained or grow in containers.
Thin, woody centres
Mature mats can go bare in the middle. Shear back tired growth to stimulate fresh, well-coloured rooting runners.
Prevent lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' problems before they start
Most lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common lysimachia nummularia problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' watering schedule
- Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' light requirements
- Best soil mix for lysimachia nummularia 'aurea'
- Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' temperature & humidity
- Full lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' care guide
Looking for the species overview? Lysimachia nummularia — the full care guide.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea' problems — FAQ
Why is my lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' loss of gold colour?
In too much shade the leaves revert toward plain green. Give it brighter (but not scorching) light to keep the chartreuse-gold tones.
Why is my lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' leaf scorch?
Golden foliage burns more readily than green forms when roots are dry in strong sun. Keep soil moist and shelter from blistering afternoon sun in hot regions.
Why is my lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' invasive spread?
Just as vigorous as the green species and can overrun neighbours or escape gardens. Site it where it can be contained or grow in containers.
Why is my lysimachia nummularia 'aurea' thin, woody centres?
Mature mats can go bare in the middle. Shear back tired growth to stimulate fresh, well-coloured rooting runners.