Troubleshooting
Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' problems — and how to fix them
Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' (Humulus lupulus 'Aureus') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Leaf scorch
Golden foliage can bleach or brown in fierce afternoon sun or drought. Provide light midday shade in hot regions and keep the soil moist.
Loss of gold colour
Too much shade or excess nitrogen turns leaves green. Site in good sun and feed moderately to keep the bright colour.
Powdery and downy mildew
Dense, humid growth develops mildew on leaves. Improve airflow, water at the base and remove affected foliage.
Aphids
Hop aphid clusters on shoot tips and leaf undersides, distorting tender growth. Treat early and encourage natural predators.
Prevent humulus lupulus 'aureus' problems before they start
Most humulus lupulus 'aureus' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common humulus lupulus problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' watering schedule
- Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' light requirements
- Best soil mix for humulus lupulus 'aureus'
- Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' temperature & humidity
- Full humulus lupulus 'aureus' care guide
Looking for the species overview? Humulus lupulus — the full care guide.
Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' problems — FAQ
Why is my humulus lupulus 'aureus' leaf scorch?
Golden foliage can bleach or brown in fierce afternoon sun or drought. Provide light midday shade in hot regions and keep the soil moist.
Why is my humulus lupulus 'aureus' loss of gold colour?
Too much shade or excess nitrogen turns leaves green. Site in good sun and feed moderately to keep the bright colour.
Why is my humulus lupulus 'aureus' powdery and downy mildew?
Dense, humid growth develops mildew on leaves. Improve airflow, water at the base and remove affected foliage.
Why is my humulus lupulus 'aureus' aphids?
Hop aphid clusters on shoot tips and leaf undersides, distorting tender growth. Treat early and encourage natural predators.