Sparkling pure white, completely free of any undertones. - polyantha bedding rose - unscented rose - no noticeable fragrance
– Sparkling pure white pompon clusters all summer.
– Compact, bushy habit for neat bedding schemes.
– Almost thornless shoots for easy maintenance.
– Reliable remontant flowering, very abundant.
– Hardy to RHS H7, suitable for colder regions.
– Special feature: Historic 1929 Polyantha, a Snow White‑inspired classic for borders and edging.
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eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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SNÖVIT™ – white bedding polyantha rose - Koster & Grootendorst
SNÖVIT™ is a classic polyantha bedding rose that gives you crisp, snow‑white clusters of bloom from early summer well into autumn with very little fuss, making it a reassuring choice for compact, rainwater‑savvy front gardens. Its compact, balanced habit fits neatly into small London terraces and narrow borders, while glossy mid‑green foliage and almost thornless stems keep it practical for busy paths and family spaces. Plant once and enjoy a quietly enduring rose that builds strong own‑root longevity, settling in as a low hedge, edging or container feature without demanding complicated care. Over the first few seasons it develops steadily – roots in year one, structure in year two, full character in year three – giving dependable continuity in beds, pots of at least 40–50 litres and rain‑fed planting schemes. Its small, pompon‑like trusses create a soft, romantic look that stays neat thanks to moderate self‑cleaning, while simple seasonal pruning keeps the plant manageable for time‑pressed urban gardeners who still want a long‑lived, traditional rose. In breezier, wetter spots it copes reliably, offering calm harmony in gardens where wind and frequent showers are part of everyday life.
Snövit™ in fresh bloom, with chalk-white petals.
Snövit™ in close-up, showing its white blooms.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden bedding strip
Compact, bushy growth and a height of just 50–75 cm make SNÖVIT™ ideal for slim borders along paths and drives, where its snow‑white clusters read clearly from the pavement and stay tidy with only light deadheading for busy urban gardeners
Low family hedge
Planted 50 cm apart, this polyantha builds a low, informal hedge with dense foliage and plentiful flowering, giving gentle separation between front garden and pavement without thorns snagging sleeves, suitable for families seeking safe planting
Large container on balcony or patio
Its neat root system and moderate size suit a 40–50 litre pot, where regular watering and feeding reward you with season‑long flower clusters, allowing renters and balcony owners to enjoy a durable rose without replanting ground soil, perfect for container‑focused city dwellers
Rainwater‑friendly urban planting
Used in a slightly raised, free‑draining bed, SNÖVIT™ partners well with rain‑fed planting where frequent showers and brisk winds are normal, its compact habit and moderate disease resistance keeping it steady in typical British changeable weather for sustainability‑minded gardeners
Edging for mixed perennial border
The low, rounded form creates a bright white ribbon in front of taller perennials, and its own‑root nature means plants regenerate well after pruning, keeping the border’s structure intact for many years with minimal renovation for low‑maintenance planners
Traditional “girly” cottage look
Small pompon flowers and sparkling white colour give a gentle, storybook character around bay windows or front steps, sitting comfortably alongside pastel perennials and clipped shrubs to evoke a soft, romantic feel for lovers of classic charm
Pollinator‑aware ornamental corner
Although primarily ornamental, its semi‑double blooms offer some access to pollen, adding a modest resource within an overall planting that includes more open, nectar‑rich flowers, balancing looks with ecological awareness for beginner wildlife gardeners
Public or shared frontages
The combination of medium maintenance needs, moderate black spot resistance and almost thornless stems makes SNÖVIT™ suitable for communal front gardens or small park beds where safety, longevity and straightforward seasonal care are priorities for time‑pressed caretakers
Styling ideas
Terrace‑border elegance – Line a narrow London front boundary with SNÖVIT™ and alternate with low Lonicera nitida ‘Maigrün’ for a crisp white‑and‑green edge – ideal for homeowners wanting a smart but gentle street presence.
Romantic doorstep trio – Plant three SNÖVIT™ in a wide 50‑litre container and underplant with Calamintha nepeta ‘Blue Cloud Strain’ for a white‑and‑misty‑blue cloud by the front door – suited to beginners seeking instant charm.
Pastel rain‑garden – Combine SNÖVIT™ with Nepeta and soft pink salvias in a slightly raised, free‑draining bed near a downpipe to use diverted rainwater attractively – perfect for sustainability‑focused urban gardeners.
Neat family hedge – Create a low, child‑friendly front hedge by repeating SNÖVIT™ at 50 cm, backing it with taller summer perennials for height – good for families wanting structure without prickly barriers.
White‑on‑white courtyard – In a small paved courtyard, group SNÖVIT™ containers with white lavender and silver foliage plants for a calm, monochrome scheme – appealing to busy professionals wanting a restful evening space.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
SNÖVIT™ is a white polyantha bedding rose from the Bedding rose collection, classed as a shrub rose; it is commercially offered under this trade name but remains an unregistered variety in formal records.
Origin and breeding
A spontaneous white colour mutation of ‘Dick Koster’, bred in the Netherlands by D. A. Koster and F. J. Grootendorst and introduced around 1929, reflecting the classic compact polyantha style of early twentieth‑century breeding.
Growth and structural characteristics
Forms a compact, bushy shrub 50–75 cm high and wide, with dense, mid‑green, glossy foliage and very few prickles; its rounded outline and fine branching make it suitable for edging, bedding and low hedge uses.
Flower morphology
Produces numerous small, ball‑shaped pompon clusters, semi‑double with around 13–25 petals per bloom; flowers are carried in trusses, repeat freely through the season and show moderate self‑cleaning after fading.
Colour data and phenology
Buds open from milky to chalk white, becoming uniformly snow‑white with slightly milky bases; petal edges age to soft ivory, with overall colour holding well under normal garden conditions and only modest fading.
Fragrance and aroma
This is an ornamental, unscented rose with no noticeable fragrance; semi‑double blooms offer limited but present pollen access, adding modest value to pollinators while prioritising visual effect and repeat flowering.
Hip characteristics
Rosehip production is usually sparse; where formed, hips are small, spherical and red, around 6–9 mm in diameter, and may add a discreet seasonal accent without significantly affecting the plant’s flowering performance.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, roughly USDA 6b), with resistant reaction to black spot and moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust; benefits from standard preventive care in humid summers.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to beds, low hedges, edging and large containers; plant 50–60 cm apart in groups or 90 cm as solitary, with square or hexagonal densities, in moisture‑retentive yet well‑drained soil, and water during extended droughts.
SNÖVIT™ offers compact, long‑season white flowering and a gentle, almost thornless habit, with own‑root strength for years of reliable structure, making it a thoughtful choice if you value simple, enduring beauty in a small garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
SNÖVIT™ – white bedding polyantha rose - Koster & Grootendorst
Product Type:
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Semidouble (13–25 petals) flowers moderately attract pollinators, because the semidouble form and only partially accessible stamens reduce nectar and pollen accessibility compared with simple flowers.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Semi-double flowered variety, attracts pollinators to a limited extent and is therefore primarily ornamental
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique 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.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
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