Pure, homogeneous milky-white shade with no cool undertones. - park rose - scentless rose - no noticeable fragrance
– Pure, uniform milky-white flowering display
– Abundant repeat flowering throughout summer
– Upright, medium-large shrub for versatile planting
– Good heat and moderate drought tolerance
– Sparsely thorned stems for easier maintenance Special feature: Occasional decorative red hips add autumn interest.
Water-wise – Future-proof garden concept
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
3.5(5776)
NEIGE D'ÉTÉ – white park rose – Lens
Neige d'Été is a tall, elegant shrub rose that rewards You with masses of pure white blooms in generous clusters, bringing a soft cottage-garden look to Irish front gardens without fuss. Its upright habit and moderately dense, dark green foliage give a structured backdrop that stays attractive for many years, while the plant copes well with our changeable weather and the challenges of a humid climate with frequent rain. As an own‑root rose in the pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2‑litre pot, it settles in reliably, forming a long‑lived, stable shrub that can regenerate from the base and remain a feature in Your garden for decades. In the first year it focuses on roots, in the second it builds strong shoots, and by the third year You can expect its full ornamental value with abundant flowering. The milky‑white, cup‑shaped flowers open repeatedly from summer well into autumn, giving a romantic, “summer snow” effect over beds, hedges and borders with only moderate care. Thanks to its good heat and drought tolerance, it is also suitable for more exposed, water‑wise sites or larger containers, where a minimum 40–50 litre volume will let it thrive and develop its natural shrub form.
Neige d'Été: the inner flower structure with softly visible yellow stamens.
Neige d'Été in closed bud, showing opalescent white petals with a slight green tint on the outer petals.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub near the entrance
The upright, 120–170 cm growth and dark green, slightly glossy foliage create an immediate sense of structure by the front door, while the pure white clusters lighten shaded facades and give a welcoming, tidy look for busy homeowners and beginners
Low-maintenance flowering hedge along a boundary
Planted at around 90 cm spacing, Neige d’Été forms an airy but coherent flowering line; its remontant habit keeps the hedge in bloom for much of the season with only moderate pruning, ideal if You want a soft boundary without intensive work for families
Romantic cottage-style bed with perennials
The “summer snow” effect of the small, double, cup-shaped flowers sits beautifully behind geraniums or Japanese anemones; the shrub’s long-term structure anchors ever-changing cottage-style plantings, suiting nostalgic, informal gardens for cottage-owners
Water-wise border in sunnier, exposed spots
Good tolerance of heat and moderate drought means this rose copes better than many in free-draining or more exposed beds; once established, it fits future-proof, water-conscious planting schemes that still feel lush and floral for eco-gardeners
Urban front garden or small lawn specimen
As a single shrub at 180 cm spacing it becomes a graceful, upright accent with clean, white bloom displays that read well from the pavement; moderate care needs suit compact town plots where time and storage for tools are limited for urbanites
Mixed shrub and ornamental grass border
The slightly glossy dark foliage and milky-white flowers contrast well with Japanese sedge or other fine grasses, giving texture through the seasons while the own-root shrub keeps a balanced shape over many years, appealing to long-term planners and design-lovers
Large container on terrace or balcony (40–50 litres minimum)
In a substantial pot with good drainage, this upright shrub gives height and repeat flowering without demanding complex care; its ability to adapt and persist on its own roots suits renters or balcony users who still want a lasting “small garden” feel for balcony-gardeners
Family play garden with informal flower beds
Sparse prickles and a stable, bushy habit help it sit safely near paths and play spaces; repeated white flowering adds charm through summer while coping with our breezy, rain-heavy Atlantic conditions, a reassuring choice for time-poor parents
Decorating ideas
Cottage Snow Drift – Plant Neige d’Été in threes behind clumps of Geranium macrorrhizum and lavender for a soft white-and-pastel drift that feels like summer snow along a cottage path – ideal for lovers of traditional Irish cottage gardens
Elegant Front Border – Use a loose row of these shrubs with a low edging of Japanese spurge to frame a driveway, giving year-round green and waves of white bloom – perfect for homeowners wanting a smart, low-effort front garden
White and Green Serenity – Combine Neige d’Été with Japanese sedge and white hydrangeas in a mixed border to create a calm, monochrome palette that works in city or country settings – suited to those who prefer a simple, relaxing scheme
Summer Snow Pot Pair – Place two large 50-litre containers by the front door, each with a Neige d’Été underplanted with trailing thyme, to give vertical interest and scent in a small footprint – great for balcony and small-front-garden users
Family-Friendly Flower Strip – Line a lawn edge with well-spaced shrubs interplanted with hardy perennials, leaving clear access for mowing while keeping thorns minimal and flowers plentiful – ideal for busy families who still want romance
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Neige d’Été (LENadne) is a hybrid musk shrub rose in the park-shrub group, marketed as a white park rose; ARS exhibition name Neige d’Été, meaning “summer snow” in French.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Louis Lens in Belgium in 1987 from Rosa multiflora var. adenochaeta Ohwi × ‘Ballerina’; introduced and registered in 1991 by Lens Roses as a landscape and garden shrub.
Growth and structure
Upright shrub, about 120–170 cm high and 80–130 cm wide, with moderately dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage; sparsely thorned shoots make handling and maintenance comparatively easy.
Flower morphology
Small, double, cup-shaped flowers (about 0.5–1.5 in) carried in clusters; 26–39 petals per bloom, repeatedly produced from early summer with an especially abundant second flush.
Colour and phenology
Pure, homogeneous milky-white flowers; buds opalescent with greenish outer petals; colour holds well with only slight fading in strong sun; display remains clean and bright over the season.
Fragrance and aroma
Described as a scentless rose with no noticeable fragrance; chosen mainly for visual impact and landscape performance rather than for perfume or aromatic garden use.
Rose hip characteristics
Occasionally forms small, spherical red hips (about 5–8 mm, RHS 46A); ornamental effect is light and sporadic rather than a major autumn feature in typical garden settings.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b); disease resistance moderate to black spot, mildew and rust; generally tolerates heat and moderate drought better than average shrub roses.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny sites; spacing about 100 cm for mass planting, 90 cm for hedging, 180 cm as specimen; suits beds, borders, parks and urban green spaces; maintenance moderate, with occasional plant protection.
Neige d’Été gives you long-lasting “summer snow” flowers, good heat and drought tolerance and a stable, long-lived shrub on its own roots, making it a reassuring, low-fuss choice if you would like a reliable white rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
NEIGE D'ÉTÉ – white park rose - Lens
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Double (26–39 petals) flowers have limited attractiveness to pollinators because the double flower form and reduced accessibility of the stamens restrict their appeal.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
