David Austin Princess Anne® English Shrub Rose (6-Litre Pot)

David Austin Princess Anne® (Auskitchen) English shrub rose has a bushy upright habit with an abundance of large roses in rich pink hues. These flowers first emerge deep pink, almost red and then gradually fade to a pure rich pink hue. The blooms appear in large clusters and have a complex but comforting medium tea fragrance.

In addition to the wonderful floral display, this rose has highly glossy foliage which accentuates and frames the flowers.

Loved for its healthy and reliable growth, plant this shrub rose in a mixed border or a rose border, or grow it into a fragrant rose hedge to add zoning and structure to garden displays. Alternatively plant it in a large pot or container to add colour and interest to patio and seating areas.

This English shrub rose was bred by David Austin and was introduced in 2010. It is named for Her Royal Highness, the Princess Royal.

Plant details

• Breeder: David Austin
• Rose type: Shrub Rose
• Colour: Rich Pink
• Fragrance: Medium Tea
• Bloom size: Large
• Flowering period: May, June, July, August, September, October (Repeat flowering)
• Awards: Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit
• Pot size: 6-Litre

Growing conditions

• Soil moisture: Moist but well drained
• Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral (suitable for all soil types)
• Hardiness: Fully hardy

Best location

• Aspect: North, East, South or West-facing
• Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade

Expected plant growth

• Plant height: Up to 1.25m (after 3 years)
• Plant width: Up to 1.25m (after 3 years)

All measurements are approximate

How to care for your rose

To get the best blooms from your Princess Anne® rose, apply a sprinkling of David Austin Mycorrhizal Fungi around the base to help the roots establish and encourage good plant health. We also recommend regular feeding with rose food, once in late March or early April and again in July. Whilst this rose is in flower, deadhead the spent blooms to encourage new bud growth.

(Images courtesy of David Austin® Roses)