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If you’re looking to buy hops plants in New Zealand, you’re in the right place. Growing hops at home is an exciting journey for both keen gardeners and home brewers, offering lush greenery and the satisfaction of harvesting your own cones. Whether you’re planning to start a craft brewing project or simply seeking a vigorous climbing plant to enhance your backyard, hops make an excellent choice. This page covers everything you need to know about hops plants and how you can buy the right cultivars for our local climate.

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Dodonaea viscosa (Green Ake Ake)

Dodonaea viscosa, commonly known as the Green Ake Ake, features lush, bright green leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, pink flowers in summer as it grows to 4 m tall and 2.5 m wide.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea shrub with colourful, purple foliage growing an an informal hedge.

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, pink flowers in summer as it grows to 4 m tall and 2.5 m wide.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
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Why Grow Hops Plants?

Hops (Humulus lupulus) are famously known for their essential role in brewing beer, imparting unique bitterness, aroma, and flavour. But they’re popular for so much more. Hops vines create fast-growing, lush vertical interest on pergolas, arbors, or along fences. Their bold leaves and tall habit provide excellent summer shade, and their distinctive cones add ornamental charm. If you want a proven performer, Hops 'Smooth Cone' is a top choice—hardy, high-yielding, and well suited to our Kiwi gardens.

Choosing the Best Hops Plants

When you look to buy hops plants, consider your planting space and intended use. Hops thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil, and with the right support structure, they can reach impressive heights each season. Most home growers appreciate varieties that combine vigour with reliable cone production. Some, like Hops 'Smooth Cone', have been specifically bred for New Zealand growing conditions and are much sought-after by local brewers.

If you’re interested in diversifying your garden with more hardy and beautiful shrubs, have a look at the fast-growing Dodonaea viscosa (Green Ake Ake) or add a burst of bold colour with Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush). Both pair well with climbing hops for a lush, layered garden look.

How to Care for Your Hops Plants

When you buy hops plants, you’ll want to give them the best start possible. Choose a sunny position with plenty of vertical space—hops are climbers and will need tall supports, like trellis or wires. Water regularly while they get established, and feed them with a balanced fertiliser to encourage robust growth and flower production. Each autumn, cut back the vines to ground level; next spring, new shoots will emerge, stronger than ever.

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Ready to buy hops plants and transform your garden? Our secure online shop offers healthy hops rooted cuttings for reliable performance. Add texture and colour with other fantastic options like Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) for indoors, or brighten up borders with Kniphofia Dwarf Scarlet (Hot Poker Plant).

Experience the joy of growing your own hops with confidence. Shop local, invest in quality plants, and enjoy a lush harvest every year—buy hops plants and start your home brewing or vertical garden project today.

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