24 Flowers Named for Celebrities

Like the legend herself, you won't be able to resist the 'Marilyn Monroe' rose—its creamy, apricot blooms put on a spectacular summer show that can withstand the heat.

Bring a little bit of Grace Kelly's elegance home with this pink-tipped, creamy white rose that the actress grew in her own garden. Don't let its delicate look deceive you, though—'Princess de Monaco' is a hardy, disease-resistant shrub with long-lasting blooms that are great for cut flowers.

'Barbra Streisand' is certainly no "Second Hand Rose." It's rumored that this lavender-hued, citrus-scented rose was picked out as a namesake flower by the actress herself.

Here's a rose that is certainly a tribute to its namesake: 'Elizabeth Taylor' produces breathtaking hot pink blooms on long stems, perfect for cut flower gardens. Gardeners in warm climates rejoice: the spicy-scented flowers love the heat.