Birth Flowers By Month

Each month has a corresponding birth flower. Knowing which flower represents your birth month can make decorating much easier for occasions that require floral arrangements. Weddings bouquets, table centerpieces, along other floral decor are focal points for weddings, and using the bride and groom’s birth flowers for decor makes the day even more special.
Birthday parties and other special occasions that need floral decor can be taken up to the next level when using the honoree’s birth month flower. Even if it’s just a change of monthly bouquets in your home or office, knowing which flower represents the months will make the floral choice easy.

It’s also fun to gift the correct birth month flower and know its meaning. I would be impressed by the thoughtful gesture if a friend of a loved one would do so as a birthday gift.

Birth Flowers By Month

• January

Carnations and snowdrops are the flowers for January. Those born in January are said to have “a strong sense of justice” and are known for their ability to work hard and succeed. Carnations are a symbol of love, loyalty, and perseverance. Snowdrops symbolize innocence, purity, and hope.

These beautiful flowers are the perfect gift for a happy birthday and come in a wide range of colors. Their special meaning adds a layer of complexity to these perfect flowers while adding a personal touch. In Greek mythology, snowdrops were believed to bring good luck to those who picked them on New Year’s Day.

• February

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Violets and primroses represent the month of February and are the perfect birthday flowers. These flowers’ vibrant colors and birth flower meanings make these classic flowers the ideal birthday bouquet.

Purple violets symbolize loyalty and faithfulness. They’ve also a sign of friendship and romance. The purple color is associated with royalty and nobility, bringing a pop of color to any garden.

Primroses are often used to celebrate springtime and new beginnings. This flower means happiness and joy. Primroses bloom in early spring in a rainbow of color, from shades of pink, purple, white, and yellow to deep red hues. Primroses are given to let someone know you can’t live without them.

• March

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The official birth flower for March is the early-blooming daffodil. This happy-looking yellow blooming flower symbolizes new beginnings, joy, and deep love.

The individuals born in March are said to be “strong-willed and determined.” Daffodils are a symbol of strength and endurance. They’re also a symbol of hope and optimism.

Daffodils are a popular choice for wedding bouquets because of their bright colors and cheerful appearance. It’s no wonder why they’re such a popular flower for weddings!

These pretty yellow flowers are a symbol of rebirth and renewal. It’s believed that this flower was named after King David because he had many sons.

Like many other white flowers, white daffodils symbolize purity.

The secondary birth flower for the month of March is the narcissus. Narcissi are a symbol of self-love and admiration. They’re also a reminder that we should appreciate ourselves every day.

• April

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Sweet peas and daisies are the birth flower for April. Delicate flowers in soft bloom colors are perfect for any April decorating occasion.

Sweet peas symbolize blissful pleasure, purity, strength, and truth. With their bright yellow center and white petals, Daisies mean loyal love, humility, and purity.

The secondary birth flower for the month of April is the tulip. Tulips are a symbol of beauty, wealth, and prosperity. They’re also a favorite among florists because of their unique shape and brilliant colors.

• May

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Lily of the valley is the birthday month flower for May and is often used in bridal bouquets or for Sweet 16 celebrations. This delicate-looking white bloom flower symbolizes humility, hope, and sweetness.

Water lilies are a symbol of purity and innocence. Water lilies grow in lakes and ponds, so they’re a great addition to any pond or lake-themed party. This lovely flower has a long history as a symbol of fertility and abundance. Lilies have been known to bring good fortune to those who pick them on May 1st. Since the 15th century, water lilies have been considered lucky charms.

The secondary birth flower for the month of May is the peony. Peonies are a symbol of grace, elegance, and beauty. They’re also famous for weddings because of their long-lasting beauty and rich colors.

• June

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The classic rose represents the month of June. Roses carry a general meaning of love, devotion, and beauty but each bloom color symbolizes something else. Red roses symbolize romance, white roses symbolize purity, yellow roses symbolize friendship, pink roses imply grace and joy, and orange roses symbolize a positive relationship.

The secondary birth flower for the month of June is the carnation flower. Carnations are a symbol of gratitude, loyalty, and affection. Ina. A bouquet of flowers they’re a great way to honor someone special.

• July

The people born in July are called “Leos,” which means lion. The lion is a powerful animal that stands tall and proud. Lions protect their territory and will defend it at all costs. They’re also known for being brave and courageous.

The birth flower for July is the Larkspur.

Larkspur is an old-fashioned flower with tall spikes of white, blue, or purple blooms. The flower for July symbolizes a strong bond of love, an open heart, grace, good intentions, and positivity.

• August

Bright flowers, tall and stately gladiolus, and poppies are the flowers for August. Gladiolus plants grow tall with magnificent stalks of flowers in a variety of bloom colors. They symbolize the strength of character, remembrance, faithfulness, and moral integrity. The shape of the flower represents a heart being pierced with love.

Yellow poppies symbolize success and red poppies symbolize pleasure. The long stems of both flowers make them very easy to use in displays.

• September

September is an excellent month for flowers because there’s lots of sunshine and it is still warm. September birth flowers include sunflowers, dahlias, zinnias, cosmos, and marigolds. Sunflowers are a symbol of happiness, health, and optimism. Dahlias represent cheerfulness, friendliness, and generosity. Zinnias are a symbol of creativity, imagination, and curiosity. Cosmos are a symbol of growth, expansion, Asters and morning glories are the birth flowers for September. Asters produce bright blue blooms with lots of texture. They symbolize solid and powerful love. Morning glories are a vining plant with large blue blooms, and the flowers symbolize affection, love, and life.

• October

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People born in October tend to be calm and quiet. They prefer to keep things inside themselves.

Marigolds and cosmos represent October. Marigolds bloom in shades of orange, red, and yellow, symbolizing optimism, prosperity, and the rising sun. Cosmos’ bloom colors include red, white, yellow, pink, and orange, all symbolizing peace and harmony.

The secondary birth flower for the month of October is the chrysanthemum flower. Chrysanthemums are a symbol of hope, trust, and faith.

• November

Chrysanthemum is the official fall flower and birth flower for November. All bloom colors symbolize joy and longevity. White blooms symbolize purity and red blooms mean ‘I Love You.

• December

People born in December are known for being optimistic, friendly, and cheerful. They have a positive attitude about everything.

The birth flowers of December are narcissus and holly. Narcissus symbolizes inspiration, vitality, and faithfulness. Holly isn’t a flowering plant, but it represents happiness and fertility