Of Bonica, my Botanica of Roses says neat spreading plant of modest size, covered in abundant rich green foliage that is attractive even before flowering starts. Once it does start, there is hardly any time when the plant is out of bloom until the Winter frosts. Hey, woohoo, Hazel, they say this is a good one to recommend to people who say they can't grow roses.
klm, I will ask the friend who put us all onto the milk/water spray what the ratio is for you.