The 1913 Biltmore Rose Catalog says, "Rich, deep rose-color in appearance, with a delicious fragrance, the Magnafrano Rose is one of the constant-flowering varieties that has many warm advocates. The flowers are extra large and full, and are borne upon upright, strong canes, and appear like flashing signals beckoning the beholder to come near and admire the softness of the petals, the glowing color and the exquisite fragrance. With so many Roses to select from, one might imagine that this variety could be overlooked; but the truth is it is worthy of a prominent place in the garden, even after several of the more popular and well-known varieties have been selected."