Can hop roots cause damage?

[vydyne]

Well my order from Great Lakes just came in (and they upgraded me to crowns yay) and I'll be growing indoors for a month or so then replanting. But my question is if I plant alongside my house will the roots potentially cause damage to my foundation or basement? I've read that the root system can be pretty big and beastly. Since this my first year I'm trying to for everything right and safe.

Thanks for the help.

 

[ASublimeDay]

A hops root system is nothing compared to a tree. Even when hop plants are well-established, their roots aren't strong enough to damage concrete. Think about the root system required to hold up a bine and the root system required to hold up a 30 foot tree.

 

[vydyne]

Ok! Good to know! Thank you. Was a wee bit worried before I put them in the ground next month.