Botanical profile
David Austin Rose 'Princess Alexandra of Kent'
The English rose 'Princess Alexandra of Kent', bred by David Austin, is a shrub variety remarkable for its large, very double, warm and luminous pink flowers. Its opulent rosettes, with delicately imbricated petals, offer abundant and continuous flowering from early summer until autumn. They release an intense and captivating fragrance, blending notes of tea with a citrus touch, particularly appreciated by lovers of fragrant roses. Its bushy, vigorous, and well-structured habit makes it an excellent choice for beds, borders, or as a standalone plant. Its healthy green foliage highlights its spectacular flowers, making this rose a must-have for bringing elegance, fragrance, and presence to the garden.
Latin name
Rosa 'Princess Alexandra of Kent'
Common name
English Rose 'Princess Alexandra of Kent'
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Fertilization
Soil type
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Foliage color
Shape
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
1.25 m (4.1 ft)
Width
1.25 m (4.1 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Flowers that attract butterflies
Butterflies
The availability of our trees changes with new arrivals and the seasons. Some varieties may only be available for a limited time depending on their natural cycle, nursery production or supplier availability. These product pages are here to guide and inspire your choices for the garden, landscaping projects or the creation of a durable privacy screen.
