Filled with an array of interesting facts and esoteric knowledge this rose miscellany investigates the origins, history, and lore of more than 1,200 rose names.

You'll learn the stories behind "blooper" names like "Happy Butt", "Aspirin Rose", and "Mutant Charisma" plus why other roses were honored with celebrities’ names such as "Elvis", "Dolly Parton", "Santa Claus" and "Barbara Streisand".

Ornate vintage art and photos are used to illustrate this fascinating volume of rose trivia that debunks myths and exposes some long-standing rumors about the noble plant. Spanning continents and centuries, the authors unearth the roots of lore in such a smooth, flowing narrative that you'll find it impossible to set this book aside.

Oh, yes, if you'd like to have your own name conferred upon a rose, you'll learn how to accomplish that coup as well!