Hops is a deciduous, twining perennial vine, that once established, can grow vigorously to 15 to 25 feet each year. In our climate, it frequently dies to the ground and so its size is easier to contain. This cultivar has coarsely serrate, 3-5 lobed leaves which emerge bright chartreuse in spring, but some leaves tend to turn more greenish as the growing season progresses. Greenish female flowers are borne in small, bracted spikes resembling cones which mature in late summer. Flowers emit a pine-like fragrance and are attractive to butterflies. Great for arbors.
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers moist, rich soils, but has some tolerance for drought. Dies to the ground each winter, so stems may be pruned to the ground in autumn after a hard frost. Requires support to climb, so when planting on arbors, fences, or other structures, give it something to wrap around.