Book  (13 Sep 2009)  
 
‘Kathleen Peden’. HT, dr, 1959, Peden, G.H.; bud long pointed; flowers crimson, large, dbl., high-centered, intense fragrance; foliage leathery, dark; very vigorous, upright growth. ‘Crimson Glory’ x ‘Charles Mallerin’.

Newsletter  (1995)  Page(s) 18. Vol 4, No. 4.  
 
‘Kathleen Peden’ . HT. 1959. G. H. Peden. ‘Crimson Glory’ x ‘Charles Mallerin’.

Book  (1966)  Page(s) 112.  
 
Dr. A. S. Thomas. New Roses in Victoria. ‘Kathleen Peden’. HT. (Peden, 1959). ‘Crimson Glory’ x ‘Charles Mallerin’. A fine Australian raising. Large, double blooms of good form and deep crimson colouring. Very fragrant. Strong, upright, free flowering plants. Rather prone to mildew.

Book  (1965)  Page(s) 171.  
 
Hazlewood Nurseries Pty. Ltd. advertisement. ‘Kathleen Peden’ (HT). Double red. 15/- ea.

Book  (1961)  Page(s) 236.  
 
Rose Cultivar Names. ‘Kathleen Peden’. HT. (G. H. Peden ’59). ‘Crimson Glory’ x ‘Charles Mallerin’. Large, pointed bud; large, high center, double, red like ‘Chrysler Imperial’, bloom borne singly; continuous blooming, strong fragrance, very good lasting. Dark green, leathery foliage; very vigorous, upright, hardy growth. Slight mildew. Petals hang on.

Book  (1960)  Page(s) 20.  
 
Dr. A. S. Thomas. New Rose Registrations. No. 165. ‘Kathleen Peden’. HT. G. H. Peden, Date of Registration: November 24, 1959.