Overview

Rosa 'Princess Anne' is a bushy shrub in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Rosa 'Princess Anne' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, patio and container plants and cut flowers.

About

Rosa 'Princess Anne' is a bushy shrub cultivar of the Rosa genus, belonging to the Rosaceae family. It is deciduous and thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained neutral loam soil and is hardy in the UK to H6. Suitable for flower borders and beds, patio and container planting, it can also be grown for cut flowers. Propagation methods include hardwood cuttings in autumn, softwood cuttings in spring or summer, and chip budding in summer.

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About the genus

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Rosa

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
South-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H6

Plant details

Rosa 'Princess Anne' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Shrub
Habit
Bushy
Foliage
Deciduous
Suggested uses
Flower borders and beds, patio and container plants, cut flowers
Fragrance
Mild, fruity

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Rosa 'Princess Anne'

Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.
Propagation
Hardwood cuttings in autumn, softwood cuttings in spring or summer, chip budding in summer
Pest resistance
Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose leaf rolling sawfly
Disease resistance
Rose powdery mildew, Rose black spot, Rose rust

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Rosa 'Princess Anne'?

Rosa 'Princess Anne' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Rosa 'Princess Anne' need?

Rosa 'Princess Anne' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

How do I prune Rosa 'Princess Anne'?

Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.

Is Rosa 'Princess Anne' hardy in the UK?

Rosa 'Princess Anne' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Rosa 'Princess Anne'?

Hardwood cuttings in autumn, softwood cuttings in spring or summer, chip budding in summer.

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