Consider a bushy perennial alongside a rose shrub

Q. A tall shrub rose that has grown in my garden for many years still blooms well. The problem is that the lower portions of the shrub’s canes are bare. I am fond of this rose, and would like to improve its appearance. Have you any ideas?
 A. It is possible to create a more attractive look in a bare-bottomed rose. I can tell you what has worked for me in dealing with a similar situation. In my front garden, I have a rose that is actually a climber that is adaptable to growing as a tal