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Humulus lupulus

Also Known As

Bine
Common Hop
European Hop
Hops

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 5'-20'

planting zones

4a-10b

Humulus lupulus plant details

Humulus lupulus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In summer chartreuse and green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Humulus lupulus

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: cannabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and green blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Humulus lupulus

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Here you are you home brewers, grow your own hops! Hops contribute to fine garden making, too. This vigorous fast growing climber will grow 20' in a season & is useful for covering ugly fences or tree stumpbs & will tolerate a dark basement garden in the city. Attractive palmate leaves & scented green seed heads.