hop plants nz
Searching for “hop plants nz”? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re a craft beer brewer, home gardener, or simply intrigued by these vigorous climbers, growing hops is rewarding and surprisingly straightforward in New Zealand’s varied climates. Hop plants thrive in many regions from the warm north to cool southern gardens, thanks to their hardy nature and robust growth habit. On this page, discover the essentials of cultivating hop plants in NZ, choose the best varieties, and explore the many decorative and practical uses for hops in the home garden.
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. Dodonaea viscosa is commonly trimmed into a hedge, grown as an informal hedge, included in mixed or native plantings, used for riparian planting, grown as a screen, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants.
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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)
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. Dodonaea purpurea is commonly trimmed into a hedge, grown as an informal hedge, included in mixed or native plantings, used for riparian planting, grown as a screen, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. The versatility and excellent aesthetics of this plant make it very popular with landscape designers and gardeners alike.
