Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1994
Sunset Celebration
Rosa 'FRYxotic'
3 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
4 to 6 inches
Bloom habit
High-centered to cupped, borne mostly solitary or in small clusters.
Petal count
25 to 40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
apricot
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
medium to dark green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
fruity
Color Description
Apricot
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 5 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter like compost or aged manure.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Excellent; shows above-average resistance for a hybrid tea.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply and consistently at the base, avoiding overhead irrigation; ensure soil remains moist but not waterlogged, increasing frequency in heat or containers.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and repeat after each flush of blooms to fuel the next cycle.
Pruning
Prune in late winter to an open, outward-facing framework; remove old, dead, or diseased wood and crossing branches. In warmer climates, cut back remaining canes by about one-third; in colder areas, prune more heavily.
Pests & Diseases
Generally very disease resistant, though hybrid teas can be prone to black spot in humid regions.
🧬 Pedigree
'Pot O' Gold' x (Unnamed seedling x 'Cheshire Life')
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selections (1998), Belfast Gold Medal (1996), Golden Rose of the Hague (1997)