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Princess Anne

Rosa 'Princess Anne'

Princess Anne

In growth

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In bloom

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Planting Guide

Spacing36-48 in apart
Planting depthCrown at soil level (or bud union 2-3 inches below soil in Zone 5b)
Chilling hours0 (Clifton Park: 1000+ hours available)
Life expectancy10+ years
Growth rateModerate
Planted2024
BedGrandma Emily Barwaz Garden

Growing Conditions

SunFull Sun
WaterAverage
Soil typeWell-draining, loamy, rich in organic matter
Soil pH6.0-6.5
Zones5-9
Native statusCultivar

Appearance

TypeShrub
LeafOvate (Egg-shaped)
Foliage colourDark green, glossy
BloomDeep pink to magenta
FruitHip (Achenes)
EvergreenDeciduous

Root System

SystemFibrous/Adventitious Systems
MorphologyMixed Fine & Coarse
FunctionMixed Orders
PropagationStem cuttings, budding

Wildlife & Safety

AttractsBees, Butterflies
DeerNot Resistant
ToxicityNon-toxic
EdibilityWildlife Only
CompanionsNepeta, Salvia, Geranium

Where it came from

GrowerDavid Austin Roses
Bought atKulak's Nursery

Care

Can handle Shady areas; water deeply at the base to prevent fungal issues.

Maintenance

Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood.

Cleanup

Late Winter; remove dead or crossing canes

Notes

Voted RHS Rose of the Year in 2011.