Birthstones are a common interest for people curious to know what gemstones work best for them. Even more popular is the search for zodiac signs and their meanings. It’s no wonder information about the personality traits of each zodiac is abundant and so is the guide on the day-to-day living for each zodiac sign.
While these two are well known, did you know that there are also specific flowers for every birth month?
Knowing which flowers speak to which month helps you understand your character traits and also comes in handy when getting flowers for your loved ones’ birthdays. Here is your month-to-month birth flower guide.
January Birth Flower
Primary flowers: Carnations
Secondary flowers: Snowdrops
Out of the cold, gloomy winter, blooms the big, vibrant, and ruffled carnations with their wide array of bright colors. They come in hues of pink, red, yellow, and purple. The meaning of carnations varies according to their color:
- Pink – gratitude
- White – purity and good luck
- Red – love and affection
- Yellow – disappointment and rejection
- Purple – capriciousness
Apart from being ideal for January babies, carnations are a popular choice for mothers’ day mainly because of the history connected with Mary, the mother of Jesus. Christians believe that the first bloom of carnations appeared at the spot where Mary’s tears fell as she cried for Jesus.
Snowdrops bloom during the cold months, that is between January and March. They are small and delicate, yet also known for withstanding harsh conditions. Moreover, when they blossom, they cover the area like a large, white blanket. Snowdrops are a symbol of perseverance.
Your Character Traits:
Based on the January birth flower, you are genuine, passionate, down-to-earth, and extremely loyal and you love unconditionally, putting family before anything else.
February Birth Flowers
Primary flowers: Violet
Secondary flowers: Iris and Primrose
If you thought roses are the flowers for the month of love, you couldn’t be more wrong. Violets are what represent February babies.
Even though the majority of the blooms are purple and blue, some come in the hues of yellow and cream.
In case you are wondering how violets surpass roses as the flowers of love, here’s why: The petals of violets are heart-shaped, a feature that saw them used by ancient Greeks to make love potions!
One of the things that made violets popular is their reverence in Greek mythology. Ancient Greeks believed that the goddess Artemis in a bid to protect a virtuous nymph from the ardent Apollo turned her into a violet.
In another myth, a bloom of violets grew from the drench of the God Attis after he was killed by a wild boar. Perhaps it’s this reverence that saw violets be used for medicinal purposes and for sweetening wine.
Violet flower in Christianity
In Christianity, violets are a symbol of the virgin Mary. Perhaps this follows the numerous legends that tell of violets blossoming in the Graves of virgins. All in all, violets generally symbolize modesty, faithfulness, spiritual wisdom, and humility.
Like violets, irises also come mainly in blue and purple, but also exist in yellow, pink, and deep mauve. They also appear in Greek mythology as the personification of the rainbow and the messenger of the gods. The iris flower is a symbol of wisdom, courage, and admiration.
Primrose is yet another February flower that most commonly comes in the color yellow. Traditionally, they were the choice of flowers to present to a lover. The fun fact about these is that you don’t necessarily have to give them in the form of a bouquet. Its petals are edible and thus can be turned into edible art – like cake decorations.
Your Character Traits:
With violets, iris, and primrose as your birth flowers, we bet that you are wise, humble, very honest, and loyal to a fault.
March Birth Flowers
Primary flowers: Daffodil
Secondary flowers: Tulips
Daffodils are cheery, yellow flowers that blossom in the spring. Some variations are orange and white, yet all daffodils represent prosperity, hope, and new beginnings.
In an alternative view, daffodils represent vanity. This representation is tied to the Greek myth that tells of a man named Narcissus, who was so obsessed with himself that he died pining beside a pool while admiring his own reflection. Daffodils are a member of the Narcissus family, hence the connection.
Tulips resemble turbans (which is where they get their name) and have colors varying from white to yellow, red, and purple. They are a representation of true love.
Your Character Traits:
As a March baby, you are a kind soul who puts above all else peace and happiness. As a bonus, creativity is your forte.
April Birth Flowers
Primary flowers: Daisies
Secondary flowers: Sweet peas
Daisies are beautiful flowers with colors ranging from white to pink. Their petals close at night and open up with the rising sun exposing their gleaming yellow epicenter.
This cute little habit is what gives the daisy its name, formerly pronounced “day’s eye.” Daisies represent new beginnings, innocence, pleasure, and true love. They also represent fertility which makes them great gifts for new mothers.
Here are some fun facts about daisies:
Daisies are known as the earth’s oldest flowers based on cave drawings dating up to 3000 BC.
The famous elimination game, ” he loves me, he loves me not” was created using a daisy.
Sweet peas may bloom in a wide range of inviting colors, but what they are known for is their delightful scent. When planted in the house, they bloom for a long period, filling your space with orange and honey perfume. They represent blissful pleasure and are also to bid goodbye.
Your Character Traits:
With your representing flowers as daisies and sweet peas, you are a romantic, charming, happy-go-lucky person. You are the life of the party and people enjoy your company.
Your Personality:
You are a happy-go-lucky kind of person that can brighten everyone’s day!
May Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Lily of the valley
Secondary flower: Hawthorn
Also known as May bells, lily of the valley flowers are white and feature a bell-shaped head whose petals emit a sweet scent. Legends claim that the first blossom of these flowers grew in the spot where Eve’s tears fell after being thrown out of the garden of Eden. Lilies represent sweetness, humility, happiness, and motherhood.
Another May’s birth flower is the Hawthorn. It’s a small, unique pink or white flower that is sometimes used as a filler in bouquets. The hawthorn tree was a revered sacred plant in Celtic mythology with fairies living in them as guardians. Plucking hawthorn blooms were not allowed but collecting the fallen flowers was okay. Hawthorns represent motherly love and protection.
Your Character Traits:
As a May baby, you carry the characteristics of hawthorn and lily of the valley. You are sweet, caring, practical, and probably the one everyone turns to in times of need.
June Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Rose
Secondary flower: Honeysuckle
Roses are the most popular and classic flowers. They have made it into several history books, legends, and mythologies.
For example, the Greeks and Romans associated them with love while the Egyptians offered them to their gods as offerings. Roses come in a variety of brilliant colors, each with its meaning. However, in general, they represent true love, happiness, and romance.
On the other hand, honeysuckles grow on shrubs and vines and have sweet nectar that attracts butterflies. They symbolize happiness, devotion, and affection.
Your Character Traits:
If you are lucky to have roses and honeysuckle as your birth flowers, we bet that you are a hopeless romantic who also reacts well to change.
July Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Delphinium
Secondary flower: Water lily and sunflower
Also known as Larkspur, delphiniums are blooms that were given their name by Ancient Greeks who found that their bud resembled a dolphin’s nose. Even though there is a myriad of species, together they symbolize dignity, positivity, grace, and an open heart.
Water lily, the second July birth flower, bears a close resemblance to the lotus and is named after an ancient Greek nymph who was a symbol of unity, purity, balance, and peace.
Sunflowers with their tall stalks and vibrant yellow petals that open up to the sun are the other July birth flower. They symbolize unconditional love and unshakable faith and optimism.
Your Character Traits:
As a July baby, you are fun and charming with a very welcoming personality.
August Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Gladiolus
Secondary flower: Poppy
Also known as Sword lily, gladiolus flowers trace their origins to South Africa and are skinny with colors ranging from yellow to red, orange, purple, pink, and white. Their sword-like shape has seen them associated with at least two practices.
Firstly, in the Victorian era, it was believed that their beauty was capable of piecing your heart. Secondly, in ancient Rome, winners of gladiator battles were showered with gladiolus as a mark of honor.
Sword lilies represent infatuation, remembrance, generosity, strength of character, imagination, and integrity.
Poppy flowers grow easily in the wild showcasing their bold hues of red, purple, yellow, black, white, and ivory. Each color carries its own significance but generally, as a birth flower, the poppy symbolizes imagination.
Your Character Traits:
As an August baby, your strength is unmatched. This makes you a great leader.
September Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Aster
Secondary flower: Morning glory
Asters are gorgeous delicate flowers that grow all year but bloom furiously in September. They come in a range of colors the most dominant ones being red, pink, lilac, and white.
The name is associated with two things: Their star-like shape, and the Greek myth that purports that the first bloom of aster grew in the spot where the tears of the goddess Astraea fell when she wept over a dark cloud in a bid to lighten the night. These blooms also known as frost flowers represent mortality, affection, mortality, wisdom, innocence, and unrequited love.
The morning glory plant is all about softness, daintiness, and love. Its stems are delicate, with leaves in the shapes of hearts and flowers full of fragrant nectar. The petal bloom at the touch of the morning sun as though they were opening up to new love. They represent sensitivity, innocence, and unrequited love.
Your Character Traits:
As a September baby represented by Aster and morning glory, you are a giver. You are delicate, loving, and highly emotional. You are also a bit of a perfectionist and a great communicator.
October Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Marigold
Secondary flower: Cosmos
Marigolds are the sturdy flowers of Autumn. They come in an array of Autumnal colors and a characteristic spicy scent. Since ancient times, they have been used by different communities for medicinal purposes especially treating inflammations. Ancient Aztecs also believed them to have magic. Marigolds symbolize warmth, creativity, determination, and stubbornness.
Your Character Traits:
As an October baby, you are hard-working, passionate, and driven. You are also warm and friendly.
November Birth Flower
Primary flower: Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemums, commonly called mums, are very common flowers that come in a wide variety of colors. They trace their origin to China, where they are so beloved that they have a festival dedicated to them (The Festival of Happiness).
The orderly manner in which the petals of mums unfold earned them the symbolic meaning of perfection, which in turn inspired Confucius to use them for meditation. They also symbolize honesty, friendship, and happiness.
Your Character Traits:
As a representative of the chrysanthemum, you strive to please those around you. You are honest, and kind and enjoy being the bearer of happiness.
December Birth Flowers
Primary flower: Holly
Secondary flower: Narcissus
It’s no surprise that the festive and joyful holly plants represent December babies. They have dark green leaves and bear berries that are bright red, making the perfect combination for Christmas. Holly symbolizes fertility, protection from evil, peace, merriment, and good fortune.
Narcissus is the other December flower. It resembles a trumpet and symbolizes hope, respect, protection, wealth, and good wishes.
Your Character Traits:
As a December baby, you are a happy person who enjoys having fun. You are also highly protective of yourself as well as of those around you.
Wrapping Up
Now that you know the respective flowers for every month, stand out by being the one who always gets people their special flowers for their birthday. You can also take it a step ahead by accompanying them with a card that highlights their symbolism.
