Petal Pals
other · Year unknown
Burnet rose 'Plena', Double White, Finlands Vita Ros, Finnish white rose, Midsummer rose, Juhannusruusu
Rosa spinosissima
3 to 5 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom habit
Semi-double to double white flowers with yellow centers, appearing in late spring to early summer.
Petal count
17-25 petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
upright
Color
white
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green, turning shades of red, orange, and yellow in autumn.
Foliage surface
Pinnate leaves divided into small, elliptic to oblong, toothed leaflets.
Fragrance Notes
sweet
Color Description
Double, white flowers with a yellow center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-drained, moisture-retentive soil; adaptable to various pH levels.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–9
Disease Resistance
Generally considered hardy and robust.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Moderate demand; deep soak 1-2 times a week.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer or one formulated for roses; feed in spring after pruning and again after major bloom flushes.
Pruning
Prune in spring; remove dead or damaged wood and shape as needed.
Pests & Diseases
Generally hardy; susceptible to common rose issues like black spot if conditions are poor.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (AGM)