Data specific to Roses (Edit)
Bloom size: Medium: 2-3"
Bloom shape: Flat
Petal count: semi-double: 8-15 petals
Rose bloom color: Orange and orange blend
Extra Bloom Info: Single to semi-double, in clusters
Rebloom: Good
Class: Miniature
Extra Color Info: Orange blend, with red edges
Growth Habit: Short, 1-2 feet, bushy
Fragrance: Mild
Hybridizer & year: Ralph S. Moore, 1997
Optimal growing zones: USDA zone 6 and warmer

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Soil pH Preferences: Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Plant Height: 1-2 feet
Plant Spread: 1-2 feet
Leaves: Deciduous
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: Bi-Color: Orange and red
Flower Time: Spring
Summer
Fall
Uses: Cut Flower
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Cuttings: Tip
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth

Image
Alternative cultivar names:
  • 'Playgold'
  • 'MORplaygold'

Common names
  • Rose

Photo Gallery
Photo by Calif_Sue

Date: 2005-05-29
Comments:
  • Posted by Danty (Simi Valley, Calif. - Zone 8b) on Nov 10, 2012 12:52 AM concerning plant:
    Playgold is a stunning mini -- with blooms that shimmer in brilliant golden orange.
    Loves the sun and blooms over a very long season.

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