Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1872
Bessie Johnson
Rosa 'Bessie Johnson'
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Medium, about 3-4 inches in diameter
Bloom habit
Blooms are borne singly on long stems.
Petal count
40-50
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
yellow
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green, glossy.
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, classic rose fragrance.
Color Description
Soft, creamy yellow to pale apricot.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil, rich in organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, especially during dry periods.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids, spider mites, and black spot. Good air circulation and proper watering can help prevent diseases.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown