Book  (1983)  Page(s) 55.  
 
K. J. Nobbs. The Lippiatts, Rose Breeders. Other introductions were:
'Bessie Warner', 1890, described as a polyantha soft pink, requiring no pruning.

Book  (1941)  Page(s) 97.  
 
Editor. Roses of New Zealand.
1906. 'Bessie Warner'. Poly.

Book  (1920)  Page(s) 159.  
 
'Bessie Warner'. Dwarf Polyantha. Soft pink. Good grower, requires no pruning.