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HUMULUS
Commonly known as Hop
All flower AUG-SEPT
Aromatics and natural preservatives are the main qualities of this twiner with fragrant flowers, the female inflorescences being the "hops".
It is also pleasant to look at draped over a supporting structure.
Genus of 2 species of widely distributed herbaceous perennials with twining stems. In the hemp family.
H. lupulus is a common native.
Plant Details
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Good to knowGrown for the brightly coloured foliage. Flowers are good for dried arrangements.
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Place of originNaturalized in northern temperate regions (country of origin unknown)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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may cause skin allergyPeople
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skin irritantPeople
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toxic if eatenToxic to dogs
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