Bitter Gold Hop
Humulus lupulus 'Bitter Gold'
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| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Bitter Gold Hop highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones4, 5, 6, 7, 8
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Bloom PeriodFall
Growing Zones
The Bitter Gold Hops plant (Humulus lupulus 'Bitter Gold') is a super-alpha variety that features an alpha-acid percentage higher than any of its parents and higher even than Galena or Nugget which it is often compared to! Its heritage comes from Bullion, Brewer's Gold, Comet, and Fuggle. Used for bittering or addition of strong flavors of stone fruit, watermelon, and pear with excellent aroma capabilities.
Spring brings pleated green foliage and sprays of greenish flowers that the butterflies and bees seek out! The bines have little thorns that help them cling and grab as the tendrils form and fill out in lush leaves. By summer you'll see scaly little light green cones beginning to ripen.
Heat and cold hardy throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 8, Bitter Gold is a late-season ripening Hops variety that grows fast to about 15-20 feet in height and only spreads about 3-6 feet wide. Self-fertile, you'll get a large harvest of mid-sized cones for all your home-brewing needs! But consider planting more than one for a higher yield per plant and increased pollination. Bitter Gold can be used in Ales, Lages, Pilsners, and IPAs!
Planting and Application:
Bitter Gold Hops need a good sturdy support for fruit production. Train on wires or twine on a pole cemented into the ground. Hops also grow well on an arbor or fence making it ideal for double-duty ornamental landscaping!
Provide shade over the BBQ or a morning coffee nook, and screen off outdoor garden rooms by creating walls that shade and hide nosy neighbors! Hops grow fast, filling trellis and lattice quickly for maximum eyesore hiding and privacy!
The scaled, pinecone-like fruits are a lovely light green and add their own ornamental appeal to your fall landscape! Create an ornamental enclosure for your Victory Garden with these dual-purpose fruiting plants. You can even use these curious cones in your fresh or dried arrangements and wreaths!
- Showy Light Green Scaled Cones
- Dark Green Lush Foliage
- High Yield - Late Season Harvest
- High Alpha-Acid, Very Aromatic & Fruity
- Ornamental Bines & Pollinator Friendly!
- Great Hop Variety For American Craft Beer
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Easy to grow Hops grow anew each spring from hardy perennial rhizomes. Hops bines are not vines, but do have short thorns to help with grabbing and clinging, but will need your help to climb. Secure the Bines clockwise around their support, and check them regularly.
Hops require full sun and very well-drained soil. If you need to improve the rate of drainage, elevate your planting with additional sandy loam. Provide a moderate amount of water on a regular schedule. Provide 3-4 inches of arborist mulch to help maintain the proper temperature and improve the soil quality over time.
Good Hops culture is designed to provide plenty of air circulation around each plant. Remove leaves from the lower few feet once the plant is 10 feet tall, and consider protective early treatments if powdery mildew is prevalent in your area. Boasting a disease-free growth habit, this plant is deer and pest-resistant!
- Full Sun Is Best
- Regular Moisture Schedule & Loves Mulched Beds
- Enriched Well-Drained Soil
- Does Need Support & Assistance Climbing
- Prune Late Fall After Frost
Released in 1999, Bitter Gold Hops Plants are well-known for their fruity acidity to your homemade microbrews! Order your quality Hops rhizomes today at Nature Hills!
