Description
Popular among craft brewers. Attractive bines are moderately vigorous. Dark-green cones are medium-sized, elongated, and compact. High yields. Used in brewing for distinct, medium-strength herbal aroma as well as bittering qualities. Low alpha acids with a spicy, citrus-like flavor. Bines require a support system — train to grow on a fence or hops trellis. Originates from Oregon State University in 1956, introduced in the 1970s. Named for the Cascade Mountain range. Ripens in August.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Green, Yellow |
| Fruit Color | Green |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Ripens/Harvest | August |
| Shade/Sun | Partial Shade - Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained - Average Moistness |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Years to Bear | 1 - 2 |
| Zone Range | 3 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
3 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
Pollination is not required for this variety.
This variety does not require pollination to produce a harvestable crop.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow hop bines in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
