Bine
Humulus lupulus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Bine is toxic to dogs.
Listed as toxic by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435and your veterinarian's emergency line.
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Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
120"–240" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
NJ
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Common hops is a vigorous climbing vine that can reach 20 feet in height, producing distinctive cone-shaped flowers in summer. This fast-growing perennial dies back to the ground each winter and regrows rapidly in spring, requiring sturdy support structures like trellises or fences.
In an HOA neighborhood
Bine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely vigorous growth can appear uncontrolled
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare supports
- May spread aggressively and overtake other plants
Wildlife value
The summer blooms attract bees and beetles for pollination. The dense foliage provides nesting sites and cover for birds.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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