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Bring timeless elegance and outstanding colour to your garden with the Alexander Rose Bush, a striking hybrid tea rose that has captivated gardeners across New Zealand. Famous for its vibrant orange-red blooms and robust, upright growth habit, the Alexander Rose Bush is an ideal choice for both novice and experienced rosarians. These beautiful, lightly scented flowers make an impressive statement in garden beds, borders, or as cut flowers displayed indoors. If you're searching for a bold and reliable rose, the Alexander Rose Bush stands out for its continual flowering throughout the season, resilience to typical rose diseases, and ease of maintenance.

Rose 'Flower Carpet Scarlet' plants with red flowers above lush, green foliage.

Rose 'Flower Carpet Scarlet'

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark green leaves held on slender stems. This deciduous shrub typically grows to 60 cm tall and 1.2 m wide and is generally pruned each winter with about 50% of the stem removed.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

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Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue until the first frost in winter. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark green leaves held on slender stems as it grows to 50 cm tall and 1 m wide with about 50% of the stem removed each winter.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Alexander Rose Bush: Features and Growing Tips

The Alexander Rose Bush is renowned for its large, well-formed blooms with a vivid colour that doesn't fade in New Zealand's strong sun. This upright bush usually reaches around 1.2 metres in height, making it well-suited as a standout specimen or as part of a mixed rose hedge. For the best health and blooms, plant your Alexander Rose Bush in a location with at least six hours of direct sunlight and ensure the soil is rich and free-draining.

Regular pruning in winter encourages more prolific flowers and maintains the plant's shape. Feed annually with a balanced rose fertiliser and keep an eye out for aphids and black spot, common issues that can be managed with organic or traditional rose sprays. Don't forget to mulch around the base in spring, which supports moisture retention and reduces weed competition.

Complementary Plants for Your Rose Garden

While the Alexander Rose Bush is a showstopper in its own right, pairing it with the right companions can create stunning visual effects and a longer flowering season. Underplant with low-growing perennials like lavender or catmint to enhance the colour contrast and attract essential pollinators. For those interested in other remarkable roses, the Rose Diamonds Forever offers breathtaking, diamond-white blooms, while miniature enthusiasts will adore the charming Rose Cecil Brunner.

For a different splash of colour and form, consider adding the Weigela Wine And Roses (Wine & Roses Weigela), a deciduous shrub with deep burgundy foliage and eye-catching pink flowers. The Hemerocallis Rose Cherub (Rose Daylily) makes an excellent companion as its rose-hued, trumpet-shaped blooms bring a touch of softness near bolder rose plantings. If a modern, low-maintenance rose is on your wish list, Rose Simplicity Violet Serenity is known for its clusters of violet blooms and disease resistance.

Why Choose Alexander Rose Bush for Your NZ Garden?

The Alexander Rose Bush suits a variety of New Zealand climates and thrives in city courtyards, cottage-style borders, or as a showy focal point. Its repeat-flowering nature ensures months of colour, while minimal maintenance requirements make it a rewarding addition even for busy gardeners. Whether you're starting a new rose collection or looking to add something truly exceptional, the Alexander Rose Bush delivers captivating beauty and reliability year after year.

Ready to discover more remarkable roses or find the perfect companion plants? Browse our range, including Rose Diamonds Forever, Rose Cecil Brunner, and Weigela Wine And Roses (Wine & Roses Weigela), and let your garden flourish with style and colour.


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