Humulus lupulus 'Aureus'
golden hop
A gorgeous climber with large, deep-lobed, yellow-green leaves that turn bright golden yellow in autumn, when it is...
3 litre pot
£27.99
available to order from late spring
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This climber grows fairly rapidly in a year, so make sure you give it plenty of space
Plant description
A gorgeous climber with large, deep-lobed, yellow-green leaves that turn bright golden yellow in autumn, when it is festooned with greenish-yellow, cone-like flowers that hang like grapes. Given space to express itself, this vigorous golden hop will romp along a strong rose arch or arbour.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Humulus lupulus Aureus:
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, and tie in the twining shoots around the base of the support. Cut back to ground level in the spring and mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost.
Please note:
This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Skin irritant/allergen
GOES WELL WITH
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