I like Knock Out roses. But I like your ranting about them better!
Beautiful pics, by the way. Love 'em all!
I think my favorite roses are some Rugosa's I planted 20 plus years ago...low-maintenance (like a Knock Out), bloom forever, gives nice-sized rose hips, and never need spraying. Even Jap Beetles don't tear them down like the other roses I 'used' to have. (Carefree comes to mind, a Jap beetle magnet.)
Hang in there, Sharon...we'll send rain this fall.
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