Hops 'Nugget'

Scientific Name: Humulus lupulus 'Nugget'

Common Name: Hops 'Nugget'

Hardiness Zone: 3 to 8

Hardiness Degree: -40°C

Blooming Season: Mid to late summer (cones mature late summer to early fall)

Plant Habit: Vigorous, herbaceous perennial climbing vine

Characteristics: High alpha acid variety popular in brewing; known for its bittering qualities and mild herbal aroma; fast-growing; coarse, textured foliage; dies back in winter and regrows in spring; ornamental and functional

Water: Moderate to high; requires consistent moisture, especially during cone development

Fertilize: Apply a balanced or nitrogen-rich fertilizer in early spring and a phosphorus-rich one mid-season

Spacing: 3 to 5 feet apart

Height: 15 to 25 feet

Width: 3 to 6 feet

Exposure: Full sun