Happy Go Lucky rose
Happy Go Lucky Rose: A Burst of Sunshine in Your Garden
The Happy Go Lucky rose, bred by Christian Bedard in the United States in 2012, adds a touch of sunshine to your garden. It is a Grandiflora variety that effortlessly combines the charms of an English Rose with easy care. This delightful rose is a testament to the skillful breeding that resulted in a disease-resistant beauty that blooms generously throughout the season.
Key Highlight Characteristics:
- Name: Happy Go Lucky Rose
- Breeder: Christian Bedard, USA, 2012
- Type: Grandiflora Rose
- Color: Yellow
- Fragrance: Moderate, Fruity, Spice
- Bloom Size: Large, Average Diameter 4″
- Petal Count: Up to 40
- Form: Very Double, Old-Fashioned
- Height: 47″ to 5’7″ (120 to 170cm)
- Width: 4’11” to 6’7″ (150 to 200cm)
- Foliage: Large, Glossy, Medium Green with 3 to 7 Leaflets
- Introduced: United States by Weeks Wholesale Rose Grower, Inc. in 2014 as ‘Happy Go Lucky’
- Disease Resistance: Strong
- Uses: Beds, Borders, Cut Flowers, Garden
Happy Go Lucky is the epitome of a rose that brings joy and elegance to any garden. Its double, pure yellow blooms and pleasant, fruity fragrance embody the charm of an English Rose while being exceptionally easy to care for. The bushy plant, adorned with large, glossy, medium green foliage, reaches about 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide, making it a versatile addition to beds, borders, or a cutting garden.
This Grandiflora rose, registered as WEKsirjuci and exhibited under Happy Go Lucky, boasts an impressive lineage, with parentage derived from Strike It Rich and Julia Child. The blossoms, with around 40 petals, showcase an old-fashioned bloom form reminiscent of classic English roses. Its ability to resist diseases sets Happy Go Lucky apart, outperforming many English varieties.
Growth Habit and Care:
The plant exhibits a medium-tall growth habit, upright to somewhat rounded and bushy. It stands 3 to 5 feet tall, with rich green foliage providing a lush backdrop for yellow blooms. Disease resistance is a standout feature, making it a low-maintenance yet high-reward addition to your garden.
This rose flower flushes throughout the season, ensuring a continuous display of its vibrant and fragrant blossoms. The moderate yet delightful fragrance adds to the allure, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a scented garden.
The Happy Go Lucky rose is a radiant and disease-resistant gem, bringing sunshine to your garden with its abundant yellow blooms. Whether in beds, borders, or as cut flowers, this rose is a cheerful addition that combines the best English Rose charm with easy care and resilience.
