Scientific Name : Lysimachia alfredii
Common Name : Moneywort
Hardiness Zone : 5a - 9a
Hardiness Degree : -25°F (-32°C)
Blooming Season : Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer
Plant Habit : Mounded
Characteristics : Attracts Bees, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance
Water : Medium
Fertilizer : Once a month
Spacing : 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)
Height : 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Width : 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Exposure : Shade, Partial Sun
General Information : This flowering groundcover provides a colorful mound of attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. ‘Night Light’ brightens up shade gardens and offers continuous flowering from Spring until hard frost in Fall.
Idea & Tips : Prefers shade to part shade locations. Water as needed and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Trim foliage to 6" after hard frost in the Fall.
Grower Information :
Shade-loving, flowering groundcover. - Provides a colorful mound of attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.
- Brightens shade gardens.
- Foliage turns burgundy in the shade.
- Offers continuous flowering from Spring until hard frost in Fall.
'Night Light'
Protection Information : EU PBR65608; PP33,931
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder : Darwin Perennials
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Propagation Guide
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EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
70-72°F (21-22°C)
500 ppm IBA
Moderate to high for first 24 hours, then reduce to low.
50 ppm N starting at Day 7
One or two pinches prior to transplant.
42-49 days after sticking
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Finishing Guide
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5.8-6.2
Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C)
1,500 to 2,500
No
Day length neutral
Moderate
Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
Typically not required
PGRs generally not needed
Not particularly sensitive. Use well-drained media.
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Crop Scheduling
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