- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 5 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 5 - 8
Princess Alexandra of Kent English Rose is a rose of refined beauty and grace. The fully double, candy-pink flowers are large and heavy, but they don't sag and are held mostly upright on sturdy stems that are perfect for cutting and arranging. Princess Alexandra of Kent was named after Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, an accomplished gardener. The heavily scented flowers bring to mind blackberry and citrus in a kitchen garden.
This English rose is a reblooming type that continues blooming profusely until the first frost of fall. The straight, long stems make the perfect cut flower. The compact growth of the shrub works well in any garden situation, including large planters for a deck or entryway. This vigorously growing shrub is very low maintenance and highly disease resistant.
Princess Alexandra of Kent English Rose Care
Shrub roses will tolerate just about any soil texture as long as it is exceptionally free draining. The pH should be as close to neutral as possible, and mulching yearly with organic compost or fine arborist chips will help retain moisture. Fertilizing is best done once in the spring and again as the flowers open in early summer. Choose a formulation specifically for roses or blooming shrubs. The formula should have more phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) than nitrogen (N) to support heavy flowering and strong root growth. Over-fertilizing results in excess foliage growth that attracts pests such as aphids.
English shrub roses are sturdy plants that need little maintenance to keep them looking great. Prune out any dead, diseased, or dying stems early in the spring before the foliage emerges. This keeps the shrub in shape and reduces the chance of a disease or pest attack. Cut stems back to just above a set of leaves to keep the overall shrub from becoming leggy. The height can be cut back by half if needed at this time. Deadhead regularly throughout the season to promote more flower formation. Mulch the graft union and root zone with 3-4 inches of mulch to add insulation for the winter. Keeping roses well watered through the summer helps them bloom well the next year.
Princess Alexandra of Kent English Rose Spacing
The mature height and spread of Princess Alexandra are 4-5 feet. Allow for proper air circulation around plants by placing them 4 feet apart center on center when planting multiples. Containers need at least a 16-inch diameter and a 7-10 gallon volume.
Princess Alexandra of Kent English Rose Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: N/A |
| Bloom Period: N/A |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: N/A |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Disease |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: David Austin Roses |
| Common Name: Princess Alexandra of Kent English Rose |
| Other Name(s): Princess Alexandra of Kent English Rose |
| Scientific Name: Rosa Princess Alexandra of Kent |
- SKU:
- 1231007547-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Fall into Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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