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Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Back

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Humulus lupulus is a fast-climbing perennial, bearing masses of large, yellow-green leaves from spring to autumn. The flowers borne on females can be used in dried flower displays – if left, they develop into hops.

Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' has brighter leaves with a golden yellow tint. It's ideal for covering an arch or pergola. Its hops can be used in brewing, dried flower arrangements or used to make 'hop pillows' to aid sleeping. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

Grow Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Cut back foliage hard every spring to promote fresh new growth.

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Humulus ‘Aureus’ and wildlife

Humulus ‘Aureus’ is known for attracting butterflies/moths. It is a caterpillar food plant, provides shelter and habitat and makes a good wildlife hedge.

Is not known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Humulus ‘Aureus’ poisonous?

Humulus ‘Aureus’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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