Essentially Hops At essentiallyhops we have over 50 years of hop growing experience and over 10 years of selling decorative hop garlands by mail order. We also produce a wide range of grasses and flower varieties, which are either supplied fresh (during the growing season), or kiln dried, for year round colour. Our Farm Shop compliments our range by offering a wide range of interior design ideas, from floral sundries, baskets and other dried materials a craft person may require. We also provide a service of ready made arrangements and gifts for all the family. At Christmas, the shop is transformed into a grotto of traditional decorations, garlands, table displays and wreaths. At essentiallyhops we harvest, dry, condition and box our dried garlands, so that they can be stored for use throughout the rest of the year. The hop is a wonderful garland in the home and looks just as good growing in the garden - Hop plants are available between December and April.