{"product_id":"hops","title":"Hops","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumulus lupulus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHops is a vigorous, fast-growing perennial vine best known for its use in brewing—but it’s also an excellent ornamental and functional climber for prairie gardens. Its lush green foliage quickly covers trellises, fences, and pergolas, creating shade, privacy, and strong vertical interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely cold hardy and long-lived, hops thrive in Saskatchewan gardens with minimal fuss once established. In late summer, female plants produce cone-shaped flowers used for brewing, herbal applications, and decorative drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone: \u003c\/strong\u003e2–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25 ft tall each season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate; more water during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely cold hardy and reliable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides quick vertical coverage in one season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces fragrant hop cones on female plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for screens, shade, and privacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDies back each winter and returns vigorously in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide strong support—hops grow rapidly and become heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back to ground level each fall or early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during hot weather, especially in the first year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants well; hops spread from the base over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bylands","offers":[{"title":"1 gallon","offer_id":45991901855915,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/riverdenegarden.com\/products\/hops","provider":"Riverdene Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}