Rose - Chicago Peace

About Chicago Peace Potted Rose Bush Rosa ‘JOHnago’ Chicago Peace Chicago Peace is a sport of the world-famous Peace rose, discovered in Chicago in the early 1960s by Stanley Johnston and introduced by Star Roses and Plants in 1962. This Hybrid Tea rose showcases large, copper‑pink blooms with canary-yellow at the petal base, carried on strong, upright stems — a classic and reliable performer in gardens and cutting beds. Plant & Flower Traits Rose Type: Hybrid Tea Breeder: Stanley Johnston (USA) Introduced By: Star Roses and Plants (USA, 1962) Color: Copper‑pink with canary-yellow at the base of the petals Petal Count: 40–45 petals Bloom Form: Fully double, high-centered, slightly cupped Bloom Size: Large (~5–6″) Flowering: Continuous flushes from spring through fall Vase Life: Excellent — sturdy stems ideal for cutting Fragrance: Mild fruity-citrus Growth & Garden Habits Growth Type: Upright and vigorous Light Requirements: Full sun Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–9 (Zone 5 requires winter protection of the bud union) Spacing: ~3–4′ Height: ~4.5–6.5′ Width: ~3–4′ Health & Suitability Rootstock : Budded onto Dr. Huey Disease Resistance: Generally good — leathery foliage helps resist disease Heat Performance: Thrives in hot climates; blooms hold color well Regional Recommendations: West Coast • Midwest • Mid‑Atlantic • Southeast • Southwest  • Intermountain • Pacific Northwest