This is the first rose I ever grew . In the hard red clay of Staten Island zone 6b it grows well with no problems and is in continuous bloom with no blackspot , no mildew . It climbs well and will cover a backard eyesore in little time. I have grown it as a rank beginner with no fertilizer, no winter cover , awful pruning and admittedly bad watering habits (lawn sprinkler every other evening) . It has no scent that I can detect . The flower is a blazing red, a "flat color" with little variation/interest . I have recommended it to people who say they "have no luck with roses " but really wish to grow them -- later they call me to say how happy they are. Sorry it is not the same under your conditions . I know location /rootstock etc can vary the outcome so much . Diana