I bought 2 Nearly Wilds on clearance from our local K-Mart. Predictably, they were very spindly and full of blackspot. With organic spraying, they did become BS free but they did require regular spraying to stay that way in my garden. The first year it bloomed but not prolifically. The second year was much better, and it quickly grew to 3x3. This was its 3rd year, and the blooming was even better, but it developed mildew, which it had never done before. Unfortunately, due to a color change scheme, these bushes were removed to make way for Abe Darby. They were blooming until the end and hopefully are doing the same for their new owner. Definitely a worthy rose--it just needed spraying to stay healthy.