For answers to rose questions go to the forum @
rosarianscorner.net The people there are just as friendly as the folks here. Also, for rose pictures you can go to
HelpMeFind.com Rose, Peonies and Clematis They have pictures of more roses than you can shake a stick at.
Orchid Girl,
Double delight is a commonly available rose and you should be able to find it as a cheap price.
Fred, I don't know what your summer weather is but roses generally preferr to be watered deeply less often rather than lightly more often but you might be doing it right for your climate.
I am a volunteer supervisor at one of the largest gardens for old roses in the US. We don't spray and have gone organic for our fert. Topical compost sprays and soil treatments. If you want to see how a particular rose fares in the disease department one can come look before they go out and buy. We have 4500 roses, with 3500 different varieties. Largest all volunteer rose garden in the US. As you might sumize, I am very proud of this garden. Its located in San Jose, CA. Guadalupe Heritage Rose Garden.
Guess I have rambled on enough. Good growing to all of you.