Teasing Georgia
Short overview
Teasing Georgia is a cultivated English rose variety known for its large, softly scented yellow blooms and classic old-rose form. It is widely grown as an ornamental shrub or climber for garden borders, rose beds, and trained garden structures.
Key characteristics
- Plant type: Cultivated English rose (Rosa cultivar)
- Flower color: Warm golden yellow, often lighter toward the outer petals (shade may vary with climate)
- Bloom form: Large, full, cupped flowers with densely layered petals
- Fragrance: Moderate to strong fragrance, typically described as sweet and tea-like
- Foliage: Medium green, pinnate leaves typical of English roses
- Growth habit: Upright to arching; can be grown as a shrub or trained as a short climber
- Mature size: Commonly reaches about 120–150 cm (4–5 ft) as a shrub; may grow taller when trained, depending on conditions and pruning
General growing notes
- Light: Performs best in full sun
- Water: Requires regular watering, particularly during active growth and flowering
- Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter
- Care considerations: Routine pruning, adequate spacing for air circulation, and standard rose care support healthy growth and repeat flowering
Note: Flower size, fragrance intensity, and growth habit may vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and cultivation practices.