Honest review: Double Delight is rewarding but aphid infestations on new growth is real

Double Delight is a genuinely satisfying plant to grow, but I want to be upfront about one thing: aphid infestations on new growth. I've dealt with it twice now and it takes consistent attention to manage.

Beyond that, dense double blooms with a classic silhouette makes it one of my favourites in the collection. I keep it in a dedicated rose bed with good air circulation which suits it well. Learning about pruning to an outward-facing bud at a 45-degree angle has been essential. hips forming in autumn for wildlife interest is worth waiting for — the plant really justifies itself then. Four stars because of that persistent issue.