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Julia Child (WEKvossutono)
Reference photo

floribunda · 2006

Julia Child

Rosa 'WEKvossutono'

Tom Carruth✦ strong fragrance

2–3 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

4–10

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

floribunda

Bloom size

3–4 inches

Bloom habit

clusters

Petal count

26–40 petals

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

yellow

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

medium to dark green

Foliage surface

glossy

Fragrance Notes

licorice, clove, and spice

Color Description

buttery gold

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

2–3 feet

Spread

2–3 feet

Soil

Enriched with organic matter; prefers a pH of 6.0–6.5, though it tolerates slightly alkaline to slightly acidic conditions.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 4–10

Disease Resistance

Excellent; very mildew resistant and generally disease-resistant.

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Water deeply and regularly, especially in hot weather; keep the top inch of soil dry between waterings.

Pruning

Minimal pruning is needed to maintain shape; remove dead or diseased branches and deadhead spent blooms to encourage re-bloom.

Pests & Diseases

Susceptible to blackspot in some conditions, though generally considered disease-resistant.

🧬 Pedigree

(Voodoo x R. soulieana derivative) x Top Notch

🏆 Awards & Recognition

AARS 2006, Best of the Best 2010, Gold Star of the South Pacific 2011

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