Description
Turn your backyard into a hop yard. Typically grown on a string trellis, these lush green climbers are a vigorous bine with utility in the home landscape. Yields pale greenish-yellow female flowers, or cones, which bloom in late summer. Used as a bittering agent in brewing and also enjoyed for herbal aroma qualities. Plant bare-root rhizomes 6" deep. Mulch in winter for protection. Ripens starting in August.
Characteristics
Bloom Color | Green, Yellow |
Fruit Color | Green |
Fruit Size | Medium |
Ripens/Harvest | August |
Shade/Sun | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained - Average Moistness |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Years to Bear | 1 - 2 |
Zone Range | 3 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
3 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
Pollination is not required for this variety.
This variety does not require pollination to produce a harvestable crop.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow hop bines in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.