Gold Medal™ Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Aroyqueli’  Gold Medal™

Gold Medal™ was introduced in the U.S. by Armstrong Roses in 1982 and bred by Jack Christensen. This grandiflora rose bears clusters of luminous golden-yellow blooms with soft apricot undertones, held on tall upright stems. The flowers carry a strong fruity fragrance and appear in generous flushes from spring to frost. With vigorous growth and glossy foliage, Gold Medal™ has earned a reputation as one of the best golden roses for both garden display and cutting.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits

🌹 Rose Type: Grandiflora
🧬 Breeder: Jack Christensen (USA)
🏢 Introduced By: Armstrong Roses (USA, 1982)
🧾 Patent: PP 5,504
🎨 Color: Golden-yellow with apricot highlights
🌸 Petal Count: ~30–40
💠 Bloom Form: Double, classic high-centered
📏 Bloom Size: ~4–5″ (10–12 cm)
🔁 Flowering: Continuous, repeat bloomer
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent for cutting
🧴 Fragrance: Strong, fruity

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits

🌿 Growth Type: Upright, vigorous shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–9
📐 Spacing: ~3 ft (90 cm)
↕️ Height: ~5–6 ft (150–180 cm)
↔️ Width: ~3–4 ft (90–120 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability

💪 Disease Resistance: Good, reliable under proper care
🌎 Regional Recommendations: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Southeast, West Coast, Pacific Northwest