Comet - Field Grade
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$11.99
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Description
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.
*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: 11.3%Beta Acids: 4.6% |
MAIN USAGE
Aroma
Bittering
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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.
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.
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.
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.
- 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.