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Are you wondering where can I buy hop plants for your garden or homebrew adventures? If so, you’re in the right place. Hops 'Smooth Cone' (Hops Plant) is an excellent choice for Kiwi gardeners who are looking to grow their own hops for brewing, herbal uses, or simply to add a vigorous and attractive climber to their landscape. With its fast-growing nature and distinctive cones, this hardy perennial is perfect for trellises, fences, and pergolas—plus, it’s surprisingly easy to care for in New Zealand’s climate. Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast, a natural remedies fan, or simply want a lush green climber, Hops 'Smooth Cone' ticks all the boxes.

Hops 'Smooth Cone'

Hops 'Smooth Cone' is a popular NZ bred hop variety renowned for its smooth bitterness and delicate aroma, making it a favourite for brewing pale ales and lagers. This vigorous climbing perennial produces bright green cones that are harvested in late summer for brewing use. With its attractive foliage and practical value, 'Smooth Cone' is an excellent plant addition to both home gardens and commercial plantings across NZ.

Hops 'Smooth Cone' green foliage.
  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Climbers
  • Height:
    6.00 m
  • Spread:
    6.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Garden uses:
    Arches
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, Frontyard
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Why Grow Hops 'Smooth Cone'?

Hops plants are prized for their aromatic cones, which are essential in beer brewing, lending flavour and bitterness to your favourite brew. They’re also valued for their medicinal properties and ability to add visual appeal to vertical gardens. The 'Smooth Cone' variety boasts prolific yields, making it ideal for gardeners wanting reliable harvests or looking for ornamental greenery. Hops are vigorous climbers, thriving in sunny spots with well-drained soil, so they’re great for covering unsightly walls, fencing, or creating shady summer retreats.

The Best Place to Buy Hop Plants in New Zealand

If you’re asking where can I buy hop plants, it’s important to source healthy, quality stock from a trusted nursery. At our New Zealand plant nursery, you can purchase your Hops 'Smooth Cone' plants and enjoy expert advice to get your climbing hop garden off to the best start. We specialise in shipping strong, well-rooted plants nationwide. With our easy ordering and support, you’ll soon be enjoying your own home-grown hops.

Growing Hops 'Smooth Cone' at Home

Plant your hops in a spot with plenty of sunshine and some room to climb. They love fertile, well-drained soil, and benefit from a sturdy support structure. Regular watering and early training will reward you with lush foliage and an abundance of cones. Harvesting is simple—wait until the cones feel papery and aromatic, then pick for brewing or drying. Hops are also a wonderful companion to other climbers and vertical garden favourites.

Hop Plants and Other Garden Climbers

Hops 'Smooth Cone' pairs perfectly with many other climbing plants to create a dynamic, textured garden. If you’re considering other climbers to complement your hops, explore options such as Campsis Madame Galen (Campsis tagliabuana Madame Galen), renowned for its bold orange trumpet flowers; Trachelospermum Golden Memories (Asiatic Jasmine), a lush evergreen with golden foliage; the vivid Pyrostegia venusta; and Bougainvillea 'Quite White' for a touch of elegance. If you’re after something truly unique, the fragrant Phaseolus caracalla is sure to delight.

Ready to Grow Your Own Hops?

Stop wondering where can I buy hop plants and start growing your very own Hops 'Smooth Cone' with confidence. Our nursery provides robust plants and expert care advice, ensuring you have everything you need to create a thriving garden or homebrew haven. Browse our range of climbers, order online, and let your garden flourish with exciting vertical greenery.


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