Identifying a Mystery Rose: 'Chicago Peace' Hybrid Tea

Dorsey's 10+ year-old rose produced its best bloom year (four flowers) after a year without pruning in partial shade. Photos showed a classic high-centered, pink-blend bloom. Jay identified it as 'Chicago Peace'—a sport of 'Peace' with deeper pink edges.

Care Recommendations

• Don't prune until spring—let it rebuild energy.
• Apply ¼ cup Epsom salts around base for new basal canes.
• Add ½ cup Osmocote and water well.
• 5–6 hours sun is sufficient for this variety.

Future Upgrades

Jay suggested Kordes roses for disease resistance and low maintenance, noting Chamblee's Roses as a great source.

Note: 'Chicago Peace' (1962) is a Hybrid Tea with large, fragrant, pink-yellow blooms. It's a bud sport of the famous 'Peace' rose.