Also Known As:  'Cheerio'
Introduced:   1976, Cocker, UK
Class:  Floribunda
Zones:  4b-9
Parentage:  'City of Leeds' x ('Chanelle' x Piccadilly')
Flowers:  Scarlet-orange with prominent golden stamens, semi-double, 7-10 petals
Size:  2 1/2 to 3 1/2 feet
Fragrance:  Slight
Of note:  Radiant blooms on a disease resistant and winter hardy shrub

Description:  'Playboy' is an outstanding choice for those seeking a bright and bold rose.   Single to semi-double flowers of red, gold, and orange are borne in profuse clusters from midseason on.  The bright petals surround golden stamens. 

Growth habit is compact, bushy and vigorous; the glossy, dark green leaves are disease resistant. Winter hardiness is very good.