Frost?

[ststephen5]

My bines are over 8 feet and there is a chance of frost tonight here in upstate NY. I know hops are hardy but can they withstand the frost? I have no way to cover all of them at this height. Any feedback appreciated!

 

[Iseneye]

I don't grow bines but live in a big hop growing region. We get hard frosts and have not seen the hop fields covered during cold snaps.

 

[Yooper]

They'll be fine. It was 27 degrees here last night, and my centennials and cascades and chinooks even grew overnight! My Zeus, hallertauer, Northern Brewer, and goldings seem taller today as well.

 

[ststephen5]

Good to hear! Boy would I freak if I had to cut back these beauties!