Hope that wasn't too short. I think Hoppy said about 6" is best. I have one pack on ebay. Kept them to 6+. People looking, but not a single watcher. Looking at other hops auctions, doesn't seem like a lot of demand right now. Might be dumping most of what I dug up. I have them in a closed box in the garage. Been cool and they were still firm last I checked, but that won't last much longer as it warms up, Not saving them in the fridge...