We have a shrub rose as above which we planted approx a year ago.

Unfortunately it appears to have a very untidy habit, however, the scent
is superb which is why we purchased it.

I noticed in Bodnant some years ago that they have one on one of the
terraces, (they probably have many) it had been pruned down to about
12 inches presumably to keep it in order.

Would this be the best way to keep it from getting too untidy?

Regards

Don