Super Alpha (NZ) - Field Grade
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$12.99
$12.99
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Description
A New Zealand high alpha hop variety obtained from seed from a tetraploid smooth cone variety. A vigorous, high-yielding hop with better resistance to downy mildew than Pacific Gem. 24”-48” long sidearms...Read More
*Retail Orders will ship within 7-10 days of purchase after May 1st. Orders placed before May 1st are considered a Spring Pre-Order and will be shipped only once plants are out of dormancy and actively growing.*
*Retail Orders will ship within 7-10 days of purchase after May 1st. Orders placed before May 1st are considered a Spring Pre-Order and will be shipped only once plants are out of dormancy and actively growing.*
Product Profile
Alpha Acids: 10.0 - 12.0%Beta Acids: 7 - 8.5% |
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Product Description
Each item is one complete dormant crown, or a field-ready plant, depending on time of year: a plant that is a minimum of 1 growing season old with a well developed root system with multiple breaks taken from healthy vigorous stock. It is professional quality and since it is a live rooted plant, it offers the best chance of successfully growing and producing your favorite varieties of hops.
A New Zealand high alpha hop variety obtained from seed from a tetraploid smooth cone variety. A vigorous, high-yielding hop with better resistance to downy mildew than Pacific Gem. 24”-48” long sidearms.
Plant Replacement Policy
*Spring Pre-order - Will ship once 2nd season stock breaks dormancy in the spring and can be properly quality checked. Estimated to ship by April 1st.
A New Zealand high alpha hop variety obtained from seed from a tetraploid smooth cone variety. A vigorous, high-yielding hop with better resistance to downy mildew than Pacific Gem. 24”-48” long sidearms.
- Alpha acids: 9.5- 12.7%, beta acids: 3.6- 7.0%, cohumulone 36%, high myrcene levels
- Aroma: resinous, herbal piney, lemongress
- Yield: Fair, 1000- 1800 lbs/acre. (Yields per acre are lower because plants require more spacing because of longer sidearms.)
- Storage stability: very good, even at room temperature
- Maturity: very late season – not recommended for Northern latitudes with short seasons
- Grower Notes: a vigorous, good climber with long side arms. Requires space to prevent side arm tangling. Better resistance to mildews than other NZ types. 42”- 48” spacing or cluster planting recommended.
- Trellis types: 14’x 42’ even/ cluster
Plant Replacement Policy
*Spring Pre-order - Will ship once 2nd season stock breaks dormancy in the spring and can be properly quality checked. Estimated to ship by April 1st.
*Actual plant sizes may vary between varieties. Pictures depict plants shipped at different times of the year; actively growing, or dormant and are for reference only.