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Available from - Waitrose
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I purchased this rose , potted, this spring.It is already sending out a cane that is a meter tall, and does not seem to be finished growing. And it has flowered, so it does seem to be the correct rose. I wonder if the estimate of 80 cms max as it's height at maturity is correct! The width may be so; it does indeed look to be a narrow grower.
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From the American Rose Society website:
QUEST FOR ZEST™ (cv. WEKsecjuc, Z277-2) PPAF
Class: Grandiflora
Color Description: Yellow
Descriptive Characteristics: Pointed and ovoid buds open to spiraled, elegant and double yellow with lighter outer petals, large, 4-5” flowers on medium-length stems, some single, some in small clusters; very glossy, medium-green foliage; very good disease resistance. Bloom Size: 4 - 5”
Petal Count: 30-40
Fragrance: Strong citrus & fruity
Height/Habit: Medium-tall, upright, moderately spreading
Parentage: 'Secret' x 'Julia Child'
Hybridizer: Christian Bédard
Introducer: Weeks Roses
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Can anyone who grows QFZ say how does it fade? White, pinkish, or pale yellow like 'Sun Flare'?
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Thank you viscount89. Details added
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As the blooms age they fade to a nice pale yellow.
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Extremely disease resistant here in Atlanta. It blooms really are a combination of both Dee-Lish and Lady Of Shallot. So far, it is an excellent cultivar.
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2 days ago by
 StefanDC
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I would love to know how this one is holding up for you in terms of disease resistance, and whether you have any opinions about the scent. I've hesitated to try it because both parents have proven to be highly prone to blackspot in my garden, and while the parents each have strong and beautiful fragrances to offer, it doesn't sound like this rose is especially fragrant.
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