Princess Anne David Austin Rose
Rosa ‘Princess Anne’Princess Anne David Austin Rose is a vibrant and modern English shrub rose known for its unusually rich pink and fuchsia blooms, excellent repeat flowering, and strong, upright habit. From late spring through fall, this rose produces clusters of medium-sized, fully double flowers in vivid cerise-pink tones with hints of purple. The blooms open from deeper pink buds and gradually soften slightly as they mature, while maintaining their bold, saturated color. The petals are densely packed in a neat rosette form, and a light to moderate tea fragrance adds to their appeal.
What makes David Austin roses especially unique is their ability to blend the charm of old garden roses with the performance of modern varieties. They are prized for their full, multi-petaled blooms, rich fragrances, and natural, shrubby growth habits, while also offering repeat flowering and improved vigor. Princess Anne stands out within this group for its brighter, more contemporary color and its particularly strong, upright growth compared to many softer, more relaxed English roses.
This English shrub rose grows in a tall, bushy, and slightly upright form, typically reaching 3 to 4 feet in height with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. Its dense growth and continuous blooms make it an excellent choice for borders, low hedges, and mixed plantings where consistent color and structure are desired. The dark green foliage provides a rich contrast that enhances the intensity of the blooms.
Princess Anne thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. It performs best with consistent moisture and benefits from regular feeding throughout the growing season to support its repeat blooming habit. Good air circulation is important for plant health, and pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain its shape and encourages strong new growth. Deadheading spent blooms will help extend the flowering cycle and keep the plant looking tidy and full.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Choose a full sun location with good air circulation.
Soil: Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment and maintain consistent moisture during active growth.
Fertilizing: Apply a rose fertilizer in early spring and continue feeding throughout the growing season.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead or weak growth. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooms.
Spacing: Space plants 2–3 ft apart to allow for mature growth and airflow.
Maintenance: Monitor for common rose pests and diseases and maintain good airflow around the plant.
In addition to its ornamental value, this rose attracts pollinators such as honey bees. Its bold color, reliable performance, and structured growth habit make it a standout choice for adding long-lasting color and form to the garden. Whether used in borders, cottage gardens, or as a low hedge, Princess Anne David Austin Rose brings energy, elegance, and season-long interest.
