Rosa Princess Alexandra Of Kent
Best fragrant rose for container gardeners and small-space floral enthusiasts.
Discover the Rosa Princess Alexandra Of Kent, a magnificent pink rose that brings regal beauty to any garden. Its plush, cup-shaped blooms are adorned with approximately 130 warm pink petals, creating a truly breathtaking spectacle. As it matures, this award-winning rose emits a powerful and enchanting fragrance, a harmonious blend of tea and lemon zest. Its compact, upright growth habit makes it an ideal choice for container planting, offering exceptional health and disease resistance even in smaller spaces. This repeat bloomer provides continuous color and is perfect for cutting.
$29.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2452
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-24%
Below average
SKU
27167
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, oversized floral displays
- Fragrance lovers wanting aromatic cut flowers for indoors
- Homeowners desiring continuous color throughout the growing season
Who should skip it
- Perfectionists bothered by heavy blooms that droop downward
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding frequent, heavy pruning tasks
- Residents in humid climates wanting disease-resistant foliage
Performance breakdown
Bloom density
The 130-petal count creates an exceptionally lush and full aesthetic.
Fragrance profile
A sophisticated tea and lemon zest blend offers a powerful sensory experience.
Disease resistance
Superior health traits minimize the need for intensive garden maintenance.
Container versatility
Compact, upright growth makes this an ideal choice for patio pots.
Bloom duration
Repeat blooming ensures consistent color throughout the spring and summer seasons.
Cut flower quality
Sturdy stems and long-lasting petals perform beautifully in indoor floral arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
27167
Genus
Rosa
Variety
'AUSmerchant'
Item Form
Bareroot Grafted
Bloom Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Hardiness Zones
5 - 10
Mature Height
5 feet
Features
- Award-winning rose with superior health.
- Features 130 warm pink petals per bloom.
- Powerful tea and lemon zest fragrance.
- Compact size perfect for containers.
- Attracts butterflies to your garden.
- Repeat bloomer for extended color.
- Ideal for cut flowers.
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly celebrate the Rosa 'Princess Alexandra Of Kent' for its spectacular aesthetic and powerful fragrance. Reviewers consistently praise the exceptionally large, deeply cupped blooms that display warm pink and apricot shades, creating a stunning garden focal point. The intense, complex, fruity scent is a major highlight, elevating the entire garden experience. While the rose offers vigorous growth and reliable repeat flowering, some gardeners note challenges with disease susceptibility, particularly black spot, requiring proactive care. Despite the necessary maintenance and slower initial establishment, the consensus is that the unparalleled beauty, bloom size, and intoxicating scent make the effort entirely worthwhile, positioning this as a highly desirable, premium addition.
Know before you buy
Yes, its compact, upright growth habit makes it an excellent choice for containers. Ensure you use a large pot with high-quality, well-draining potting mix to accommodate its mature size.
This is a repeat bloomer, meaning it will provide continuous flushes of flowers from spring through summer, rather than just a single burst of color.
As the blooms mature, they release a strong, pleasant fragrance that combines notes of traditional tea rose with a bright hint of lemon zest.
This is an award-winning variety specifically noted for its superior health and disease resistance, making it a reliable and manageable choice for gardeners of all experience levels.
Yes, the blooms are known to attract butterflies, adding both color and beneficial wildlife to your outdoor space.
For the best performance, plant this rose in a location that receives full sun and ensure it is placed in well-drained soil. It thrives in hardiness zones 5 through 10.
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