Polly, the Austins are awesome! A few have an added bonus of not having thorns. Email Austin USA for a catalog--they do list which ones are nearly thornless. You might also look at Romanticas and a newer rosy-pink rose, Grande Dame. The Explorer series do great both in heat and extreme cold. Polonaise and Penelope and Belinda's Dream are super easy. All the Earthkind roses are low maintenance. Chamblee's Roses in Texas is the go-to place for Earthkinds. Cape Diamond and Martha's Vineyard rose are beautiful pinks that are easy growers.
