About Betty Boop Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘WEKplapic’ Betty Boop

Betty Boop is a floribunda rose introduced in the U.S. by Weeks Roses (USA) in 1999. Its semi-double, saucer-shaped blooms, about 3–4″ across, present an eye-catching duet of ivory-yellow centers crowned by cherry-red edges, and emit a strong, fruity fragrance. The medium, upright, bushy shrub repeats blooms from spring through fall, flaunting glossy dark foliage and exceptional disease resistance, earning it an All-America Rose Selection award in its debut year.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Floribunda
🧬 Breeder: Tom Carruth (USA), 1999
🏢 Introduced By: Weeks Roses (USA), 1999
🎨 Color: Ivory-yellow with cherry-red edge
🌸 Petal Count: Semi-double (~9–16 petals)
💠 Bloom Form: Saucer-shaped clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~3–4″ (7–10 cm) across
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming from spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent—lasting for fresh bouquets
🧴 Fragrance: Strong, fruity scent

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Medium, bushy, upright shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6b–10b
📐 Spacing: ~3–4 ft (90–120 cm)
↕️ Height: ~3–5 ft (90–150 cm)
↔️ Width: ~3–4 ft (90–120 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Very good—glossy foliage, vigorous and reliable
🌎 Regional Recommendations: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Southeast, West Coast, Pacific Northwest, Southwest