Botanical profile

Floribunda rose 'George Burns'

Latin name
Rosa 'George Burns'
Common name
Floribunda rose 'George Burns'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The Rosa ‘George Burns’, a spectacular and highly decorative floribunda rose, stands out with its double, creamy yellow flowers intensely striped and splashed with cherry red, each bloom presenting a unique pattern. This vibrant and contrasting variegation creates a dynamic effect particularly sought after in borders and group plantings. Produced in abundant clusters, the flowers ensure sustained blooming throughout the season, offering a constant visual impact. Its light fragrance accompanies a remarkable floral performance. Its bushy, compact, and well-branched habit allows for beautiful density and a balanced structure in landscape design. Its dark green, vigorous, and healthy foliage contributes to good overall resistance and highlights the intensity of the contrasts. The Rosa ‘George Burns’ brings originality, color, and character to the garden while actively attracting pollinating insects.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Water regularly during the establishment period. Thereafter, water during periods of heat or drought.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-29°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Creamy yellow streaked with cherry red
Fruiting
Rare rosehip production if not pruned
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 m (3.3 ft)
Width
90 cm (3 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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