Smithsonian Gardens

Common name: shrub rose hybrid

Family: Rosaceae (Rose)

Distribution: cultivated

Hardiness: -30 - 30 F

Life form: Deciduous shrub/sub-shrub

Bloom characteristics: Pale yellow, double petaled flowers have 18-30 petals, grow on stems which are 7.9-19.7" (20-50 cm) long, and have slightly fewer than average thorns. Flowers are 2.4-3.1" (6-8 cm) across and bloom throughout the season. Blooms last 7-9 days on the plant or 7 days cut. Petals fall off cleanly as flowers age to a cream color.

Fragrance: Fruity to spicy

Structure: Rounded, upright

Plant size: 59" tall x 55" wide (150 x 140 cm)

Foliage characteristics: Compound leaves are made up of 3, 5 (most common), or 7 green leaflets.

Disease resistance: Resists blackspot, powdery mildew, rust

Description: This shrub rose hybrid is one of only a few yellow roses to do well in heat and humidity. It is named for a former president of the Houston Rose Society.