Princess Alexandra of Kent
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Trandafirii la rădăcină nudă trebuie scoși din câmp doar după ce au intrat în repaus vegetativ, s-au maturizat și sunt pregătiți pentru iarnă.
Dacă sunt scoși prea devreme, plantele sunt supuse unui stres inutil, iar lăstarii nu au timp să se maturizeze și să se „lemnifice”.
La sfârșitul toamnei, odată cu scăderea temperaturilor, creșterea încetinește, frunzele cad, iar lăstarii se lignifică – adică se maturizează și se „lemnifică”. Astfel, trandafirii intră în iarnă bine pregătiți pentru temperaturile scăzute.
Nu forțăm sezonul doar pentru a livra mai devreme. Așteptăm momentul potrivit din ciclul natural al plantei, astfel încât clientul să primească un trandafir bine maturizat, viguros și pregătit pentru iarnă.
Dar nu vor îngheța peste iarnă?
Tocmai de aceea îi scoatem din câmp după maturizarea lăstarilor, astfel încât trandafirii să fie bine pregătiți pentru iarnă.
Famous Roses oferă 180 de zile garanție la prindere pentru trandafirii la rădăcină nudă.
Princess Alexandra of Kent is a shrub English Rose created by David Austin, noted for its unusually large, bright pink flowers, deep cupped shape, and a strong tea fragrance that evolves into fresh notes of lemon and blackcurrant.
It blooms repeatedly and forms a rounded bush with enough presence to become a focal point in the garden, without its large, lush flowers looking heavy.
Choose Princess Alexandra of Kent if you want a rose that catches the eye from a distance but is worth discovering up close for the shape of its flowers and its complex fragrance.
The story of the variety and its name →
```It is hard to remain silent when Princess Alexandra of Kent is in bloom. When relatives or friends come over, or when you host a dinner in the garden, someone almost inevitably stops in front of its flowers. First, it is the color that attracts, then the size of the blooms, and when you get closer, the fragrance emerges. That is where the conversation begins.
We know this scene well from our own nursery, too. When partners, clients, or friends visit us and find Princess Alexandra of Kent in bloom, the rose does not remain in the background. People ask what it is called, look at its flowers up close, and lean in to smell its fragrance.
It is one of those roses that not only beautifies a space but brings people together around it. It becomes the center of a discussion, a photograph, or a moment spent together in the garden.
David Austin introduced the variety in 2007 and named it in honor of Princess Alexandra, a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II, known for her passion for gardening and roses.
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```The flowers are unusually large, very full of petals, and deeply cupped. The bright pink is easily visible from a distance, and the shape of the flowers remains elegant even when they reach full bloom.
The creator's perspective highlights this very balance: although the flowers have impressive dimensions, they are carried beautifully by the rounded bush and do not take on a heavy or unnatural appearance.
A member of the David Austin team considers it one of their favorite varieties because the large, bright pink flowers catch the eye from a distance and draw you in to discover the strong, fresh fragrance.
The fragrance starts with the fresh character of tea roses, then evolves into notes of lemon and, finally, hints of blackcurrant. It is not a simple or linear scent, but one that can be discovered differently as the flower opens.
Repeated blooming brings new waves of flowers throughout the season. After the first flush, new buds appear, and the bush returns with more large flowers, more shades of pink, and more moments where the garden gains energy again.
Famous Roses recommends Princess Alexandra of Kent to those who want an English Rose with clear visual impact, strong fragrance, and flowers that naturally become a focal point when family or friends spend time in the garden.
It is not the right choice if you want a discreet rose with small flowers or a very narrow bush. At maturity, it needs enough space to form its rounded habit and showcase its large flowers.
See less →How to integrate it into the garden →
```Plant it in a spot where the flowers can be seen and admired up close: along a path, near the entrance, close to the terrace, or near the area where you usually receive guests.
Near a table or a seating area, Princess Alexandra of Kent can become that rose everyone starts talking about. The flowers attract the gaze, and getting close allows you to discover the fragrance and the rich shape of each rosette.
It can be planted in a mixed border, a rose bed, or a flowering hedge. The bright pink combines beautifully with white, blue, purple, or lilac flowers and can be balanced by plants with green, gray, or silver foliage.
It can also be grown in a generous pot, placed on the terrace or near the house, in a spot where the bush has enough space to develop.
During periods of abundant blooming, you can pick a few flowers for a vase, a bouquet, or a floral arrangement. A single fully opened flower can have enough presence to grab attention on a table, and its fragrance brings a piece of the garden experience indoors.
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```- Type: shrub English Rose
- Creator: David Austin
- Variety code: Ausmerchant
- Introduction year: 2007
- Color: intense and bright pink
- Flower: large, very full of petals and deeply cupped
- Fragrance: strong, with notes of tea, lemon, and blackcurrant
- Blooming: repeated, in waves
- Habit: rounded bush, well-proportioned
- Approximate dimensions: approximately 125 cm tall and 125 cm wide
- Exposure: sun or light partial shade
- Usage: mixed beds, borders, rose hedges, large pots, and cut flowers
The dimensions are approximate and refer to a mature plant that is shaped and pruned annually. Development can vary depending on climate, soil, exposure, care, and pruning method.
See less →Frequently asked questions →
```Does Princess Alexandra of Kent have a strong fragrance?
Yes. It has a strong, fresh tea rose fragrance that evolves into notes of lemon and blackcurrant as the flower opens.
Does it bloom only once?
No. It is a repeat-blooming rose and produces several waves of flowers throughout the season. There may be periods with fewer flowers between waves.
How big does it grow?
The approximate dimensions of a mature plant are about 125 cm tall and 125 cm wide. The bush has a rounded habit and needs enough space to develop naturally.
Can it be planted in partial shade?
Yes. It can be grown in sun or light partial shade. In a spot with more light, the plant usually has better conditions for abundant blooming.
Can it be grown in a pot?
Yes. It is also suitable for pots, but the container must be generous enough for the development of a mature and well-branched bush.
Can the flowers be cut for a vase?
Yes. The large, fragrant flowers can be used in vases, bouquets, or floral arrangements. Due to their size and color, even a few flowers can have a strong visual effect.
Why is it named Princess Alexandra of Kent?
David Austin named the variety in honor of Princess Alexandra, a passionate gardener and great rose lover.
Is it a floribunda rose?
The variety is officially classified by David Austin as a shrub English Rose. It forms a rounded bush and blooms repeatedly, but it does not belong to the floribunda horticultural group.
What do I do after planting?
Water deeply after planting and monitor soil moisture during the rooting period. For complete steps, consult the planting guide →
To support the development of the bush and the return of new waves of flowers, also consult the watering guide →
