Golden Wedding Rose Rosa Golden Wedding = 'Arokris' (F)
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ABOUT
The Rosa Golden Wedding, known as the Golden Wedding Rose, is a flowering plant with a visually captivating appearance. It is a bushy perennial that presents a lush foliage of dark green leaves, which serve as a perfect backdrop to its stunning flowers. The blooms are the main attraction of the Golden Wedding Rose, featuring double flowers with a rich, golden yellow hue that captures the eye and symbolizes celebration and joy. These fragrant flowers appear generously throughout the blooming season and are often characterized by their full and rounded shape. The petals are velvety and numerous, fitting together in a classic rosette form that is highly appreciated in rose cultivars. As the flowers mature, they may sometimes display a lighter color at the edges, adding to the visual interest of the plant. The Golden Wedding Rose is also known for its reliability and vigor, often producing multiple flushes of flowers from late spring into early fall, offering a long-lasting display of color in gardens and landscapes. The plant is well-regarded not only for its ornamental beauty but also for its resilience and ability to thrive in various garden conditions.
About this plant
NamesFamily
Rosaceae
Synonyms
Golden Wedding Rose, Anniversary Rose
Common names
Rosa 'Arokris'
ToxicityTo humans
Rose Golden Wedding ('Arokris') generally does not possess significant toxicity to humans. Roses are not known to be poisonous, and there are no severe consequences attributed to ingesting parts of the rose plant. However, some individuals may experience mild stomach upset if they ingest rose petals, leaves, or hips without proper preparation. It is more customary to encounter issues with thorns causing physical injury rather than problems related to toxicity.
To pets
Rose Golden Wedding ('Arokris') is typically considered non-toxic to pets as well. Similar to their effect on humans, roses are not known to cause serious harm or poisoning in pets if ingested. At most, consumption of significant amounts of rose plant material may lead to mild gastrointestinal upset, such as nausea or diarrhea in some pets. As with humans, physical injury from thorns is a more common concern than toxicity.
CharacteristicsLife cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Yellow
Height
3 feet (91 cm)
Spread
3 feet (91 cm)
Plant type
Shrub
Hardiness zones
6
Native area
Cultivar
Benefits
General Benefits- Visual Appeal: Rosa Golden Wedding is known for its beautiful, large, deep yellow flowers which provide visual interest and aesthetic appeal to gardens and landscapes.
- Symbolic Significance: As the name suggests, this rose is often associated with anniversaries, particularly golden weddings, making it a meaningful gift.
- Scent: The plant is known for its pleasant fragrance, which can enhance the sensory experience of a garden.
- Pollinator Attraction: Like many roses, it can attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting biodiversity.
- Versatility: It can be used in various garden designs, including formal gardens, rose gardens, and as a specimen or in mixed borders.
- Year-Round Interest: Provides structure to the garden even when not in bloom, with its bushy growth and attractive foliage.
Medical Properties- This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying QualitiesThis plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses- Perfumery: Rosa Golden Wedding's fragrant blooms can be used in making natural perfumes, capturing its sweet scent.
- Edible Flowers: The petals of Rosa Golden Wedding are edible and can add a unique flavor and visual appeal to salads and desserts.
- Botanical Art: The vibrant yellow flowers can be pressed and used in botanical art projects or as a natural dye for fabrics and papers.
- Garden Design: As a symbol of celebration, this rose variety is popular in anniversary gardens or as a focal point in a love-themed garden design.
- Flower Arranging: These roses are ideal for flower arranging, adding a pop of color to bouquets and floral displays.
- Wedding Decor: Given its name, Rosa Golden Wedding roses are often used as part of wedding venue decorations or bridal bouquets.
- Photography: Gardeners and photographers may use this plant as a subject for botanical photography, thanks to its striking appearance.
- Companion Planting: They can be planted alongside lower-growing perennials to provide a stacked effect in the garden landscape.
- Symbolic Gift: As it represents fifty years of marriage, these roses are given as a gift for golden anniversaries.
- Petal Confetti: The petals can also be dried and used as natural, biodegradable confetti for celebrations and events.
Interesting Facts
Feng ShuiThe Rose is associated with love and romance in Feng Shui practice, symbolizing good fortune and new beginnings. It is often recommended to place roses in the southwest area of the garden or home to enhance love and matrimonial harmony. The Golden Wedding Rose, with its vibrant yellow hues, could be particularly used to attract wealth and prosperity as yellow is the color of wealth in Feng Shui. However, care should be taken to ensure that the thorns are removed or are not directed at seating areas and doorways to avoid negative energy.
Zodiac Sign CompitabilityThe Rose is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism- Love and Adoration: As a rose, it is universally recognized to symbolize love. The 'Golden Wedding' variety specifically celebrates enduring affection, making it a popular choice for anniversaries, especially the 50th which is traditionally called the golden anniversary.
- Beauty: The rose is often associated with beauty and perfection, and the 'Golden Wedding' rose, with its lush, golden petals, represents a particularly striking form of beauty.
- Prosperity: Gold is a color that symbolizes wealth and prosperity. A 'Golden Wedding' rose embodies wishes for a rich and prosperous life or marriage.
- Radiance and Vibrancy: The bright golden hue of this rose reflects radiance and a vibrant spirit, often associated with happiness and celebration.
- New Beginnings: Roses are often a representation of new beginnings or starting over, and the 'Golden Wedding' rose can mark the turning point of a longstanding relationship into a new phase.
WaterFor the Rosa 'Golden Wedding', commonly known as the Golden Wedding Rose, water deeply once a week with about one to two gallons per plant, ensuring the soil is moist but not waterlogged. During the hot summer months or in dry conditions, you may need to water twice a week. Reduce watering to every other week during the cooler seasons or when rainfall is sufficient to maintain soil moisture. It's important not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
LightThe Golden Wedding Rose thrives best in full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Planting in a spot that receives morning sun is ideal as it helps dry dew from the leaves, reducing the risk of disease. Partial shade is acceptable, but too much shade can reduce blooming and weaken the plant.
TemperatureThe Golden Wedding Rose is hardy and can survive in a wide range of temperatures, but it prefers a temperate climate. The ideal temperature for robust growth and flowering is between 65°F and 75°F. It can withstand temperatures as low as 20°F and as high as 100°F, but prolonged exposure to extremes can be damaging.
PruningPrune the Golden Wedding Rose to maintain shape, remove dead or diseased wood, and encourage flowering. Early spring, just as new buds begin to swell, is the best time for a major pruning. Throughout the blooming season, deadheading, or removing spent flowers, will promote further blooms. Cut back the plant by about one-third to one-half of its height annually.
CleaningAs needed
SoilThe best soil mix for the Rose 'Golden Wedding' consists of well-draining loam with compost. Adjust pH to 6.0-7.0 for optimal growth.
RepottingRose 'Golden Wedding' seldom needs repotting as it is typically grown outdoors, but if potted, repot every 2-3 years.
Humidity & MistingRose 'Golden Wedding' flourishes at average outdoor humidity levels, no specific humidity adjustments necessary.
Suitable locationsIndoor
Provide bright light and air circulation for Rose 'Golden Wedding'.
Outdoor
Plant in full sun, amend soil with organic matter.
Hardiness zone
6-9 USDA
Life cycleThe Golden Wedding Rose begins its life cycle when a seed germinates in well-drained soil under the right conditions of light and temperature. As a perennial, it then develops a robust root system and foliage through its juvenile stage. In spring or early summer, the plant starts to produce buds which then bloom into the characteristic golden-yellow flowers prized for their aesthetic and symbolic value. After pollination, which may be facilitated by insects, the flowers will develop into hips (fruits), containing seeds that can be dispersed to give rise to new plants. Over the course of each year, the plant enters a dormant phase during colder weather, conserving energy and resources. This cycle repeats annually, with the plant growing larger and producing more blooms as it matures over time.
PropogationPropogation time
Spring to Summer
The Rosa 'Golden Wedding' or Golden Wedding Rose is often propagated through the method of softwood cuttings. This technique is typically executed during late spring or early summer when the plant's new growth is still tender and flexible but has begun to mature. To start, gardeners select a healthy stem that has recently flowered and make a cutting approximately 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 centimeters) long. The lower leaves are removed, and the cut end is often dipped into a rooting hormone to enhance the development of new roots. The cutting is then planted in a well-drained soil mix or directly into a pot. The environment should be kept humid, with bright, indirect light fostering growth, and steady moisture maintained without waterlogging the soil. In a span of several weeks to a couple of months, the cutting should begin to establish roots and eventually grow into a new rose plant.
