This rose needs some space, it arches with long prickly canes and catches you as you pass by if you're not careful. I've planted this rose alongside a birdbath and it works rather well being a similar height. The birds love the protection while they dry themselves. The rose is always in bloom but they don't drop off cleanly when they've finished blooming, you have to have the pruners in your hands as you wander past this rose. I forgot to give it a sniff, not sure if its scented...will check and add comment later.