Cedar Rapids Brewing Society

Was thinking of ordering some hop plants and planting them. Anyone know what kinds would work well around here and work well together?


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My Chinook and centennial did the best in the first season. Glacier and mt hood did second best. Northern brewer was the weakest. All of my plants survived and made decent cones though. We'll see what year 2 looks like!


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Cascade and Chinook are generally regarded as the hardiest of the bunch. I know some noble hops (Hallertau) can be a bit finicky.

Personally I'll be starting a Chinook plant this year.

-Josh Peanasky

I've had Cascade and Centennial growing like Kudzu at our old house. I had some Mt Hoods and Willamettes that did so-so, and besides, weren't really that exciting anyway. I had to move the Cascades as they were starting to outcompete my raspberries. Just be sure to give them a nice sunny spot. I think a lot of the more recent varieties are bred for vigor as well as brewing characteristics.

I've had a Cascade plant going now for probably 7 years or so. Does well in this climate.

My Willamette died after 2 years. I've never planted any more since.