Roses

Dear All,
 
     How about them roses? So many to choose from and so many that enjoy our Mediterranean climate(s). Currently in my garden which is at about 350 feet of elevation in the east bay hills (with a view of the Golden Gate bridge) of the San Francisco bay area, I am growing:
 
     Rosa x 'Mermaid'
     Rosa x 'Chevy Chase'
     Rosa x 'Excellenz Von Schubert'
     Rosa chinensis mutabilis
     Rosa californica
     Rosa gymnocarpa
     Rosa nutkaensis
 
     I was never much of a rose fan until 7 or so years ago when they finally struck my fancy. I started with our California natives, but soon came to desire more flowers and colors. That said, what do you all think? What other rose varieties are of merit in our climate?
 
     Regards, Tim Kalman
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