Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1951
Rosa 'Burnaby'
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
usually single on long stems
Petal count
30 to 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
white
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery and semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
delicate tea rose scent
Color Description
creamy white with yellow center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs; keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Fertilizer
balanced fertilizer applied during the growing season
Pruning
moderate pruning required in spring to remove dead wood and encourage new growth
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal, National Rose Society 1952