R. Multiflora rootstock, cut out from point of origin. Shoot fail to form flowers. Improve growth, allow more light. Young growths distorted, curling with broad leafstalks and strap like leaves. Leaves show irregular purple blotches on Downy mildew disease.
Older leaves show regularly shaped black Black spot disease.
Young leaves covered in grey white felt. Buds, pruning cuts developed furry grey Botrytis infection. All leaves show orange or black Rust disease. Older leaves show white spots and Red spider mite. Small pink or green insects clustered on buds.