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Finding Disease-Resistant Yellow Roses for Coastal Washington Gardens

The Yellow Rose Dilemma

Yellow roses often inherit black spot susceptibility from the species roses used to introduce the color. In maritime climates like Fox Island, this is a chronic issue.

Best Bets

Topaz Jewel – the only yellow rugosa; highly disease-resistant, under 2 ft.
Freesia (Sunsprite) – floribunda, hardy, good yellow.
Eureka – another tough yellow floribunda.

Visit www.theoldrosarian.com for photos and more recommendations.

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