Book  (Apr 1993)  Page(s) 287.  
 
Kia Ora Floribunda, orange-scarlet, 1962, 'Independence' x 'Independence'; Mason, P.G. Description.

Book  (1965)  Page(s) 210.  
 
'Kia Ora'. Floribunda. (P. G. Mason, '62) 'Independence' x 'Independence'. Large, dbl. (35 petals), orange-scarlet. Fol. glossy, dark. Vig., bushy, compact; abundant bloom.

Book  (1962)  Page(s) 43.  
 
'Kia Ora' (Miss Pat Mason, 1957). Floribunda. Kordes' Sondermeldung seedling. Bright orange-scarlet. Blooms of about 35 petals in clusters. Non-glossy dark green foliage.