Comet - Field Grade

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An early version of the “C” type citrusy hop. A vigorous American heirloom variety. It is an all-purpose hop used for bittering or as late additions to bring out the strong citrusy flavors. Result of a cross of English “Sunshine” X wild Utah male around 1962- (10 years prior to Cascade). A potent high-oils hop with “raspy” or “wild” bitterness; similar to Brewers Gold. 24-40”sidearms. Substitute: Galena, Summit. Emerges in spring bright yellow and green up somewhat as the bines mature...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.*

Product Profile

Alpha Acids: 11.3%

Beta Acids: 4.6%

Main Usage

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Aroma

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Bittering

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.
  • Alpha acids: 11.3%, Betas 4.6%, cohumulone 41%, total oils 1.4-3.3ml/100g, myrcene 40-65%,
  • Aroma: unique zesty grapefruit, with pineapple & orange notes.
  • Yield: good 1700- 2000+ lbs/ acre reported
  • Maturity: medium to late
  • Storage stability: good / very good
  • Beer styles: American Ales, IPAs, Lagers, Sour & Lambic styles
  • Grower notes: Vigorous grower, medium-sized elongated cones, above average resistance to mildews and pests.  36-40” in-row spacing. The natural light yellow growth often makes growers think it is deficient in nutrients. Relatively easy hop to grow.
  • Trellis type: 12x42​
  • Fully rooted plant - NOT a rhizome. A rhizome is a part of a hop plant's root system that grows horizontally underground putting out shoots.

​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.