Whether it's named for the metal, or the beautiful State is hard to say. But, no matter what, the lasting deep yellow color of the big, pointed buds and large finely formed flowers is certainly a beauty to behold. The glossy polished dark green leaves make the blooms sparkle all the more. Cool conditions improve color & size.
| Class: | Hybrid Tea |
| Flower Color: | Deep yellow-gold |
| Bloom: | Large |
| Petal Count: | 30 to 35 |
| Plant Height: | 5-7 feet |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Hardiness Zones: | 6a–10b |
| Hybridizer: | Mathias Tantau, Jr. |
| Year Introduced: | 1975 |
| Awards: | AARS 1975 |
| Parentage: | Picadilly x Colour Wonder |
Whether it's named for the metal, or the beautiful State is hard to say. But, no matter what, the lasting deep yellow color of the big, pointed buds and large finely formed flowers is certainly a beauty to behold. The glossy polished dark green leaves make the blooms sparkle all the more. Cool conditions improve color & size.
| Class: | Hybrid Tea |
| Flower Color: | Deep yellow-gold |
| Bloom: | Large |
| Petal Count: | 30 to 35 |
| Plant Height: | 5-7 feet |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Hardiness Zones: | 6a–10b |
| Hybridizer: | Mathias Tantau, Jr. |
| Year Introduced: | 1975 |
| Awards: | AARS 1975 |
| Parentage: | Picadilly x Colour Wonder |