Zeus Hop
Humulus lupulus 'Zeus'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Zeus Hop highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 4-9
Versatile, Vigorous, Powerful Zeus Hops
- Late Season
- Bittering Type
- Can Also be Used for Dry Hopping
- Spirited, Spiced Citrus Flavor
- High Alpha Acid Content
- Natural Hybrid Mix Includes Native American Hop
- Abundant Lupulin
- Very Productive Yields
- Resistant to Powdery Mildew
Dedicated home brewmasters get an exceptional harvest with reliable Zeus Hops (Humulus lupulus 'Zeus'). You'll appreciate their robust, earthy flavor with hints of black pepper and herb.
Zeus is an exceptionally effective bittering hop in the early boil. It can also impart a piquant herbal aroma when used later as a finishing dry hop.
Use this hop to craft your own IPA, Stout, full-bodied Ales and rich, smooth Imperials. You'll feel like a genius with a fully integrated "ground to glass" brewing operation.
When you plant vigorous, disease-resistant Zeus Hops, you'll have plenty for your own use. You'll likely have enough to share with friends and sell to local microbreweries, too.
Zeus Hops are renowned for their high alpha acid content. As with others in this class, it's best to harvest and process them quickly into cold storage.
Put your land and sunlight to work for you. Order Zeus Hops from Nature Hills today and take the next big step on your brewing journey.
How to Use Zeus Hops in the Landscape
Grow Hops on a sturdy prefab trellis, or construct a time-tested pole trellis system. These beautiful bines deliver fragrant flowers, dark green foliage and ornamental stacked cones.
A pole trellis system for Zeus Hops adds plenty of year-round architectural interest to your landscape. Place these long, showy plants where they'll work hard for your family and friends.
Plant them at least 40 inches apart on center in an area that receives excellent air circulation. Use them on the south side of your patio for a built-in shade structure.
Use them to screen off the utilitarian aspects of modern life. Wouldn't you rather look at your developing crop than your garbage cans?
No matter where you use them, they will spark conversation. You've probably already noticed that people are curious about the beer-making process.
Rock everyone's world by planting Zeus Hops next to Mars Grapes. We can only imagine your new nicknames!
#ProPlantTips for Care
Plant Hops in full sun, where they'll get at least six hours of sunlight a day. They need well-drained soil; mound up with fertile, sandy loam if needed to improve drainage.
Apply a moderate amount of water on a regular basis. Add mulch to keep the root system nice and cool, but pull it back away from touching the stems for proper air circulation.
Each year when the young bines are about six inches, you'll need to train them clockwise around your support structure. Stay aware of your crop during this time, and give them a helping hand as needed.
While this is a disease-resistant variety, some growers do add a schedule of protective early treatments for mildew. Once your bines reach 10 feet or so, take the lower leaves off the first few feet at ground level to increase air flow.
Grow your own hops for unparalleled flavor and aroma. Place your order for Zeus Hops from Nature Hills today!
