Hybrid Tea Rose Rosa You Are My Sunshine = 'Frykwango' (PBR) (HT)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Hard-care

ABOUT

Rosa You Are My Sunshine, commonly known as a type of rose, is a vibrant and striking variety that stands out for its unique coloration and formation of its blooms. This rose is characterized by its beautiful flowers, which are a blend of warm yellow tones, often with subtle hints of peach or apricot, adding depth and richness to the overall appearance of the bloom. The petals are typically densely packed, creating a classic and full look that is synonymous with hybrid tea roses. The flowers emanate from long, sturdy stems that are often lined with sharp thorns, a typical trait for roses. The foliage of Rosa You Are My Sunshine is generally glossy and dark green, creating a striking contrast that enhances the visual appeal of the yellow flowers. The leaves are often pinnately compound with an oval shape and pointed tips, adding to the textured look of the plant. As the flowers mature, their color can intensify or fade, depending on environmental conditions, making each bloom dynamic and unique. The plant's blossoms are known not only for their delightful appearance but also for their ability to repeat bloom throughout the growing season, providing long-lasting beauty to any garden or landscape where it is cultivated. The overall aesthetics of Rosa You Are My Sunshine is one that exudes cheerfulness and warmth, much like the gentle glow of morning light that its name suggests. With its captivating display of sunny petals, this rose variety is a popular choice for gardens, as well as in floral arrangements where a splash of vibrant color is desired.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Rosaceae
- Synonyms
  Hybrid Tea Rose, You Are My Sunshine Rose
- Common names
  Rosa 'Frykwango'.
Toxicity
- To humans
  The rose known as 'You Are My Sunshine' is generally not considered toxic to humans. However, like many plants, parts of it may cause mild stomach upset if ingested in large quantities. The thorns on rose bushes can also pose a physical hazard, potentially causing scratches or puncture wounds. There are no specific symptoms of poisoning associated with roses since they are not recognized as poisonous plants for humans.
- To pets
  Roses, including the 'You Are My Sunshine' variety, are not toxic to pets. They are generally regarded as safe for dogs, cats, and horses. However, ingestion of a large amount of plant material may lead to gastrointestinal irritation or upset, typically presenting as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. The thorns can also cause injuries to pets, so it's important to keep an eye on animals when they are around rose bushes to prevent physical harm from the thorns.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Deciduous
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Yellow
- Height
  3-4 feet (91-122 cm)
- Spread
  2-3 feet (61-91 cm)
- Plant type
  Shrub
- Hardiness zones
  6
- Native area
  Cultivar

Benefits

General Benefits
- Aesthetic Appeal: Adds vibrant color and beauty to gardens with its sunny yellow blossoms.
- Fragrance: Emits a pleasant scent, enhancing the sensory experience of a garden.
- Pollinator Attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting biodiversity.
- Landscaping Versatility: Can be used in various landscaping designs, from formal rose gardens to mixed borders.
- Mood Enhancer: The presence of roses is often associated with happiness and can improve the mood of those around them.
- Gift Plant: Due to its beauty and fragrance, it is an excellent choice for a gift to celebrate special occasions.
- Cut Flowers: Suitable for bouquets and floral arrangements, adding elegance to home decor.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Pressed Flower Art: Petals of the rose can be pressed and used in crafting to create beautiful and unique art pieces, such as bookmarks, greeting cards, or framed wall art.
- Natural Fabric Dye: The petals can be boiled to produce a natural dye for fabrics, giving them a soft, rose-colored tint.
- Floral Bath Soak: Dried rose petals can be mixed with salts and essential oils to create a luxurious, fragrant bath soak that is both relaxing and skin-softening.
- Homemade Potpourri: Air-dried petals can be combined with other aromatic herbs and spices to create a natural potpourri that freshens up living spaces.
- Scented Candles: Roses can provide a natural scent to homemade candles when the petals or essence are incorporated into the wax.
- Floral Ice Cubes: Fresh rose petals can be frozen in ice cubes to add a decorative and edible flair to cold beverages.
- Edible Cake Decorations: Untreated, pesticide-free rose petals can be candied or used fresh as a beautiful and edible decoration on cakes and desserts.
- Rose Petal Jam: The rose petals can be cooked with sugar and pectin to create a fragrant, rose-flavored jam, perfect for spreading on toast or pastries.
- Botanical Perfume: Rose petals can be infused in oil or alcohol to create natural botanical perfumes with a signature floral scent.
- Garden Mulch: Fallen rose petals and leaves can be used as a mulch to help retain soil moisture and add nutrients as they decompose.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The rose is used in Feng Shui to attract love and create a calm and peaceful environment. It can be placed in the Southwest corner of a garden or room to enhance romantic relationships, or in areas where the intention is to create a sense of beauty and harmony.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The rose is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Love: The most common name for Rosa 'Frykwango' is a hybrid tea rose, and as a rose, it traditionally symbolizes love and romantic affection. Its vibrant color and classic form often convey deep emotional attachment and passion.
- Friendship: Despite its romantic connotations, roses can also convey warmth and friendship, representing platonic bonds and appreciation between friends.
- Joy: The name 'You Are My Sunshine' suggests a connection to happiness and positivity, making this rose a symbol of joy and brightening someone's day.
- Optimism: A rose named 'You Are My Sunshine' may evoke feelings of optimism and looking on the bright side of life, much like the uplifting message of the song it might reference.
- Admiration: Hybrid tea roses like 'Frykwango' exemplify beauty and elegance, often symbolizing admiration and respect for someone's grace and poise.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 2-3 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring-Early Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
For the Hybrid Tea Rose 'You Are My Sunshine', water deeply once a week, providing about 1 to 2 gallons per bush, ensuring moisture reaches the roots. During the hotter months, you may need to water twice a week. Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of disease. Ensure the soil is well-drained and the water doesn't pool to prevent root rot. During the winter, water less frequently, only to prevent the soil from drying out completely.
Light
Hybrid Tea Roses, like 'You Are My Sunshine', thrive in areas that receive at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. The ideal spot is in an open area, away from shadows cast by buildings or trees. Morning sun is particularly beneficial as it helps dry dew on the leaves, reducing the risk of diseases.
Temperature
Hybrid Tea Roses, such as 'You Are My Sunshine', prefer temperatures between 65°F to 75°F but can tolerate a range from above freezing to about 90°F. Protect the plant from temperatures below 20°F by using mulch or similar protection. The ideal growing temperatures promote healthy foliage and abundant blooms.
Pruning
Prune 'You Are My Sunshine' Hybrid Tea Roses in late winter or early spring, when new growth begins, to remove dead or damaged canes and to shape the plant. Pruning is essential to improve air circulation and encourage strong, healthy growth. Thin out the center to allow sunlight to penetrate and cut back canes by about one-third to one-half. The best time for a major prune is when the plant is dormant, and buds begin to swell.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
Roses, including You Are My Sunshine ('Frykwango'), prefer well-drained loamy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0. A soil mix of one-third each of topsoil, compost, and sharp sand or perlite is optimal for healthy growth and flower production.
Repotting
Roses such as You Are My Sunshine ('Frykwango') are typically planted in the garden rather than potted and therefore do not require repotting. Instead, they should be planted in a suitable location where they can grow without the need to be moved.
Humidity & Misting
You Are My Sunshine ('Frykwango') roses do best in a moderate humidity range. Aim for average outdoor humidity levels between 40% to 60%, avoiding extremes to ensure healthy growth and flowering.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Ensure bright light, proper watering, and good air flow.
- Outdoor
  Plant in full sun, fertile soil, provide space for air flow.
- Hardiness zone
  5-9 USDA
Life cycle
Plant name: Hybrid Tea Rose 'You Are My Sunshine' (Rosa 'Frykwango') The life of a Hybrid Tea Rose 'You Are My Sunshine' begins with seed germination, where the seed must be kept in moist, well-drained soil until it sprouts roots and shoots. The seedling stage follows, characterized by the growth of the rose's first leaves and eventual establishment of a root system. This plant then enters the vegetative stage, growing stems and foliage, and becoming more robust before it starts to develop flower buds. Upon entering the flowering stage, typically in late spring to early summer, blooms open in flushes over several weeks to months, showcasing the rose's yellow flowers. After pollination, if it occurs, the plant produces hips (fruit), which contain seeds for the next generation's potential growth cycle. Finally, in the dormant stage during winter, the plant’s above-ground growth ceases, although the roots may still continue some metabolic activity, readying it for the next growing season.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring-Early Summer
- Rosa You Are My Sunshine, also known as 'Frykwango', is a hybrid tea rose that is typically propagated through softwood cuttings. This method is most popular during late spring or early summer when the plant's growth is vigorous and the young stems are maturing. To propagate by cuttings, a gardener would select a healthy stem, cut a length of approximately 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm), ensuring that it includes at least two or three sets of leaves. The bottom set of leaves would be removed, and the cut end of the stem would be dipped in rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cutting should be kept moist and in a spot with indirect sunlight until roots develop, which typically takes a few weeks to a couple of months.