Calypso Hops Humulus lupulus Seeds for Planting – Attractive foliage for Plant Collections
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Flower Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Climbing Plant (Humulus lupulus)
- Germination Time 10-21 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 2-3 m (when mature, on a support)
- Sunlight Full sun to light shade
- Soil Type Well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Moderate watering; keep evenly moist but not waterlogged
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Flowers about 1-2 years from seed; harvest late summer to autumn if produced
- Suitable For Garden beds, large containers, trellises
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Provide strong support; training along a trellis; pruning required for best growth
Description
Calypso Hops is a perennial climbing plant that brings attractive foliage to plant collections. It grows on a strong support and is suitable for garden beds, large containers, and trellises. Sow seeds 0.5-1 cm deep and expect germination in 10-21 days. Space 2-3 m apart on a trellis as it matures, with full sun to light shade. Keep well-drained, fertile soil and evenly moist but not waterlogged, with pruning and training for best growth. Flowers may appear 1-2 years from seed, with late summer to autumn harvest if produced.