'Persian Chocolate' moneywort (Lysimachia congestiflora 'Persian Chocolate') lye-sih-MAK-ee-ah kon-jess-tih-floor-ah Genus:  Lysimachia A mass of small purple leaves and abundant golden yellow, bell-shaped flowers distinguish this groundcover. It is useful on slopes as well as in containers. Care:  Provide full sun or part shade and humusy, moist but well-drained soil. Propagation:  Divide in spring or fall. Problems:  Rust, leaf spot.

Overview

Height Less than 6 in. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Late Spring, Spring Flower Color Yellow Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Perennials