Overview
Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Humulus, part of the Cannabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Humulus lupulus 'First Gold' PBR is a climbing perennial cultivar within the Humulus genus, known for its robust, spiraling stems and deeply lobed, palm-shaped deciduous leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring south- or west-facing, sheltered positions with moist but well-drained soil, adaptable to a range of soil types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, and flower borders, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through various cutting methods or division, with roots tolerating shade.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Humulus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Root cuttings, Division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR?
Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR need?
Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR hardy in the UK?
Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Humulus lupulus 'First Gold'PBR?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Root cuttings, Division.
