Cultivate your own hops plants with our premium Common Hops (Humulus lupulus) seeds, the essential ingredient in brewing flavorful craft beers.
Known for its distinctive aromatic cones, hops add bitterness, aroma, and stability to beer while doubling as a beautiful ornamental vine for fences, trellises, and pergolas.

A fast-growing perennial climber, the hops plant is as versatile as it is functional. Beyond brewing, hops are valued for their natural herbal properties and attractive foliage, making them a rewarding addition to any home garden.

Features

• 🌿 Authentic Beer Ingredient: Grows aromatic cones used in brewing beer.
• 🍺 Homebrewer’s Essential: Perfect for crafting homemade ales, lagers, and IPAs.
• 🌸 Ornamental Value: Rapid-growing vine with lush leaves and cone-like flowers.
• 🌞 Cold-Hardy and Vigorous: Thrives in northern climates and regenerates each year.
• 🐝 Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and beneficial insects to your garden.
• 🪴 Versatile Growing: Ideal for trellises, fences, or vertical gardens.

Specifications

• Common Name: Common Hops / Brewer’s Hops
• Scientific Name: Humulus lupulus
• Plant Type: Perennial climbing vine
• Zones: USDA 3–8
• Growth Habit: Fast-growing vine (up to 20–30 ft tall)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
• Watering: Keep soil moist, especially during hot months
• Temperature Range: 40–85°F (4–29°C)
• Flowers: Greenish-yellow cone-shaped blooms in summer
• Fruits/Cones: Aromatic cones used in beer brewing
• Days to Germination: 20–40 days
• Maturity: 2–3 years for mature cone production
• Pollination: Dioecious (male and female plants separate)
• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
• Harvest Season: Late summer to early fall
• Uses: Beer brewing, herbal infusions, natural remedies, ornamental planting

Planting Guide

• Cold Stratification: Refrigerate seeds in moist sand or peat for 30–45 days.
• Sowing: After stratification, plant ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil.
• Temperature: Maintain 65–75°F for optimal germination.
• Light: Provide full sunlight or strong grow lights.
• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the last frost.
• Support: Train vines on trellises, strings, or vertical structures.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
• Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
• Harvest: Pick cones when papery and aromatic; dry before use.

Care Tips

• Pruning: Cut back vines after harvest to promote next year’s growth.
• Spacing: Plant 3–5 feet apart for vigorous development.
• Mulching: Helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
• Pest Control: Watch for aphids; use neem oil or natural predators.
• Winter Care: Mulch heavily to protect roots in cold climates.