That's great! My first year was very small. I only got one plant to flower, and the yield was very small, so I don't think I can actually use them, but if that is a nice second year crop then I can't wait for next year!
Another look at the Lupilin glands on my hops. When using a magnifying loop during handling, I noticed several of the glands were transferred to my fingers during handling. Crushing the glands produced a strong grapefuit/citrus odor.
Just a tad over twelve ounces in one ounce bags. They're either Cascades or Centennials...I forgot which. Kind of a citrus odor, so I'm thinking Cascades which is great; I'll use them for flavor/aroma in my IPA's.
Does anyone know what kind of hops are "native" or grow wild in the Kalamazoo County Area? I found two different "Caches" this year one near my work in a swamp in comstock, another near my mailbox In the rural parts of the county
Hey there guys I have some huge cones going on and wondering when is the best time to pick/harvest? Also has anyone used a food dehidrator to dry them?
I'm in Grand Rapids and I have some cones up top that are about 3-4 inches and on the lower end I have more blooms that look to be about to bud.
Any info would be great!
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thanks again guys and or gals