First 40s with rain here...albeit 49.9F. But I know you count that.
Nice little surprise drink, but I'm starting to get a little sick of the water. A week of dry days would be nice.
Citra Jr.
Comet VF1181
An early version of the “C” type citrusy hop. A vigorous American heirloom variety. It is an all-purpose
hop used for bittering or as late additions to bring out the strong citrusy flavors. Result of a cross of
English “Sunshine” X wild Utah male around 1962- (10 years prior to Cascade). A potent high-oils hop
with “raspy” or “wild” bitterness; similar to Brewers Gold. 24-40”sidearms. Substitute: Citra, Summit.
Emerges in spring bright yellow and leaves green up somewhat as the bines mature. Currently being
described a Citra’s “little sister” by a major western hop supplier.
Think I'm leaning Chinook, Comet, Triple Perle, Newport
Putting the ASOS right in the middle of the mulched hops bed.
Not happening James.
The first s/w acts more like a kicker and it's well to our east before the next deeper s/w digs in to drive it more northward. I wouldn't be expecting any big wind.
I've been doing my research on disease resistant varieties. Chinook is one that frequently comes up and it's the only one GLH has listed as being somewhat forgiving with poor drainage. Generally all hops varieties stress moist soil, but very good drainage as wet feet will kill the plants. Triple Perle and Newport were the other 2 I had ranked up there for ease of growing. It so wet here and I'm prone to mildew diseases so I want to give them the best chance possible. There's a nice list here of different hops varieties.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B7aNkuU_q8iEREdBMkxWcFI2THM
yeah that's not eleanor. turtlehurricane was a weenie on eastern for years. he got his degree though. haven't seen him in years, but i mostly stay here.