I lust for this rose, but is it even worth getting for a wet NW garden with limited sun? Is it bad for blackspot? (I won't spray) Bad for repeat?
@MoodyBlooms, according to the RHS Encyclopedia of Roses it repeats well. It responds well to warmth, feeding and watering, but may be susceptible to fungal diseases in cool, wet climates. It's a shame because it's beautiful. I am not far from you in Cheshire.
Ah, yeah, that doesn't sound like my garden is the best place for it. Maybe I'll brave it if I ever move to a slightly sunnier plot a little further south. Nice to see a local-ish here!
