Botanical profile

Old rose bush 'Persian Yellow'

Latin name
Rosa 'Persian Yellow'
Common name
Old rose bush 'Persian Yellow'
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa foetida ‘Persian Yellow’, commonly known as the ‘Persian Yellow’ old garden rose, is a historic variety remarkable for its vibrant bloom and heritage charm. Its broad, slightly upright, bushy habit forms a graceful shrub, ideal for borders, informal hedges, or as a specimen plant. In spring, it is covered in a profusion of bright yellow double flowers with silky petals, sometimes slightly tinged with gold, offering a unique luminous display among old garden roses. Moderately fragrant, they release a light and characteristic scent. Its flowering is unique, concentrated at the beginning of the season, followed by dull medium green foliage. Hardy and vigorous, Rosa foetida ‘Persian Yellow’ attracts pollinators and brings authenticity and radiance to romantic or cottage-style gardens.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular, keep the soil slightly moist without overwatering
Fertilization
Rose fertilizer for spring and summer
Soil type
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
YELLOW
Fruiting
Red rose hips late in the season if faded flowers are left on
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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