David Austin Rose Princess Alexandra Of Kent

David Austin Rose ‘Princess Alexandra Of Kent’

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Shrub Rose
• Cultivar: ‘Princess Alexandra Of Kent’
• Container Size: 3L
• Height: 20cm (from soil level to the top of the plant)
• Established Height: Approximately 1.2m
• Flower Color: Rich pink
• Flower Form: Double
• Fragrance: Strong, Myrrh
• Bloom Time: Summer to fall
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9

Description:

The David Austin Rose ‘Princess Alexandra Of Kent’ is a stunning shrub rose prized for its exquisite rich pink blooms and strong myrrh fragrance. This cultivar comes in a 3L container, with a height of approximately 20cm from soil level to the top of the plant and an established height of around 1.2m. With its compact, bushy growth habit, ‘Princess Alexandra Of Kent’ is an excellent choice for containers, mixed borders, or as a focal point in smaller gardens.

Key Features:

• Rich Pink Blooms: ‘Princess Alexandra Of Kent’ produces abundant double blooms in a luxurious shade of rich pink, exuding elegance and charm. The flowers emit a strong myrrh fragrance, adding to the allure of the garden.
• Compact Growth: With its compact and bushy growth habit, this rose is well-suited for smaller gardens and containers. It can also be grown in mixed borders, providing year-round interest.
• Hardy: ‘Princess Alexandra Of Kent’ is hardy in USDA zones 5-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. It performs best in well-draining, fertile soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Planting Tips:

1. Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-draining soil.
2. Dig a hole slightly larger than the pot size and loosen the soil at the bottom.
3. Carefully remove the plant from its container and gently tease out the roots.
4. Place the plant in the center of the hole and backfill with soil, firming it gently around the roots.
5. Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the growing season.
6. Mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
7. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.