Flowers have so many languages. They convey a massive range of emotions, they are symbols for many things and there’s a flower for every occasion. There is also a flower for every month so if you’re going to receive flowers for your birthday maybe these birth flowers are what you should hope to receive.
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1. January - Carnation
The birth flower for January symbolizes love and fondness. Carnations are a hugely popular flower in bouquets and come in quite a range of colors. These colors also have meaning, delving further into the overall conveyance of love and fondness. Pink carnations represent the message that someone will never forget you, red symbolizes love and variegated carnations suggest a longing to be with someone.
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Carnations are not only a staple in floral gifts but also carry deep symbolism. The white carnation stands for pure love and good luck, making it an encouraging token for new beginnings and cherished relationships. If you're looking to express affection with a hint of distinction, choose the striped variety, which gently hints at refusal or regret. While these interpretations add layers to the gifting of carnations, it’s the simplicity and beauty of the flower that often speaks volumes, conveying heartfelt emotions in the language of florals with subtle elegance and warmth.
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
2. February – Violet
A favorite flower of the Victorians, violets represent truth and loyalty. It’s a flower that successfully manages to be vibrant and delicate at the same time, ranging from vivid purple to snow white. If someone presents you with purple violets they’re telling you they’ll always be true. If you receive white violets, there’s a suggestion you might want to take a risk or chance.
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Violets aren't just a token of constancy but also of modesty and spiritual wisdom. With their heart-shaped leaves, they convey a message of affection. Hailing from the genus Viola, these blossoms have a subtle fragrance often captured in perfumes. They can also be edible, adding a splash of color to salads and desserts. The tradition of gifting violets still thrives, allowing you to express your sentiments without saying a word. Nurturing a violet in your garden requires partial shade and well-drained soil, reminding you that the most profound beauty often blooms in the quietest places.
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
3. March – Daffodil
March is the start of spring and with daffodils blossoming everywhere, it’s no surprise that the gorgeous yellow daffodil is the birth flower for March. Associated with the new life of spring, the daffodil means prosperity and happiness. Always remember, if you are giving daffodils, never present just a single bloom as his represents misfortune.
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The vibrant daffodil symbolizes unrequited love, rebirth, and respect. Its appearance ushers in a season of renewal and the shedding of old habits. Gifting a bouquet of these sunshine-hued flowers is like offering a burst of joy and good fortune. Mythologically, the daffodil is connected to Narcissus, creating a parallel with self-love and reflection. To ensure your floral message is pure and positive, always give daffodils in a bountiful bunch, as they thrive in the company of others, echoing their communal nature in the wild.
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
The small and delicate daisy that loves to feel the warm sun on its face is April’s birth flower. It might be a small flower but it’s big on meaning, symbolizing purity and innocence but also beauty and cheerfulness.
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In the language of flowers, the daisy is associated with simplicity and an unassuming grace, making it a favorite among those who value understated elegance. In fact, a bouquet of daisies is often given to celebrate new beginnings, which ties in perfectly with the rejuvenating nature of spring. For those born in April, wearing or displaying daisies is a way to capture their natural joie de vivre. Plus, it's said that if daisies are kept around the homes of April babies, they'll bring lightness and joy into their space!
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
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5. May - Lily
In one aspect of the language of flowers, lilies are associated with death – but don’t worry my loves if you were born in May. It is not so much death but a symbol that a soul has returned to innocence – a much more beautiful meaning. These big showy flowers that come in a riot of colors as well as white are a symbol of beauty, humility and sweetness.
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
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6. June – Rose
Ladies born in June are extremely lucky to count the rose as their birth flower. Roses have a separate language all of their own according to their color - see here 7 Rose Colors and Their Meanings: the Language of Flowers ... @Neecey This means that it’s easy for anyone who wants to give a gift of roses with the perfect message.
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Roses, universally admired for their timeless beauty and enchanting fragrance, carry a rich history and symbolic representation. Gifting a bunch on a June birthday can express a range of sentiments; an intense red symbolizing passionate love, while a pure white conveys innocence and new beginnings. Pink roses hint at gratitude and admiration, perfect for a gesture of thanks. These blooms aren't just a visual delight but also steeped in tradition and emotion, offering a personal touch for the recipient that transcends the commonplace, turning a simple gift into a profound expression of feeling. Roses truly embody the grace and complexity of those June-born.
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
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7. July – Larkspur
I think this is one of the most unusual choices of birth flowers – at least, uncommon. This tall type of delphinium has small delicate buds and comes in white, pink and purple. The pretty buds represent fondness and attraction and are symbols of an open heart.
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
Ask
8. August – Gladiolus
Another big showy flower, the sword like gladiolus is definitely a statement piece. The big funnel shaped flowers in bright and cheerful colors represent attractions and first love.
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
Ask
9. September – Aster
If you’re a September baby, your birth flower is the bright and bold aster. Coming in a wide range of colors from white, through pink and red to purple, the most common symbolism is wisdom, faith and love. If you receive a gift of asters, someone is expressing a wish that you look after yourself,
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
Ask
10. October - Marigold
Bursting with a typical color of the fall season, marigold is a perfect choice for the birth flower of October. Although their association is with sorrow and sympathy, that is forgotten because their bright and bold appearance is sure to bring a smile to your face.
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
Ask
11. November – Chrysanthemum
Another favorite for bouquets, the lovely, long lasting mum is November’s birth flower. Chrysanthemums are especially good for Mother’s Day or Mom’s birthday because their message is one of maternal love. Their wonderfully cheerful colors are also a symbol that someone is a wonderful friend.
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In Japanese culture, chrysanthemums, or kiku, are a symbol of the emperor and imperial family, representing longevity and rejuvenation. When given as a gift, these full, vibrant blooms are said to bring joy and optimism, reflecting the pleasure of the present moment. As autumnal flowers, they hold the warmth of the sun in their petals even as the days grow shorter. Whether in a delicate creamy white or a fiery orange, each shade of chrysanthemum tells its own story of friendship and affection, making them a thoughtful choice for showing someone they are cherished.
What are birth flowers?
So, birth flowers are like these super-special flowers associated with each month of the year. Just like birthstones, but with blooms! For example, if you're born in July, your birth flower is the larkspur. Isn't that fun?
Why should I care about birth flowers?
Oh, it's not just about knowing things! Birth flowers can be fascinating because they tell a bit about personality and traits. Plus, they make awesome birthday gifts. Imagine giving someone flowers that symbolize something about their birth month. How sweet is that?
What is the birth flower for January?
Great question! For January, the birth flower is the snowdrop. It's all about hope and beauty, even in the coldest time of year. Perfect, right?
Can you tell me about the birth flower for May?
Absolutely! May's birth flower is the lily of the valley. It's so delicate and represents sweetness and motherhood. It's like a celebration of everything lovely about May.
How can I find out my birth flower and its meaning?
Oh, it's super easy! Just search for your birth month and flower. Or better yet, check out our article on '12 Months of Birth Flowers and Their Meanings'. It’s a fun read and you'll get all the details, promise!
Ask
12. December – Poinsettia
Indelibly associated with Christmas, it’s no surprise that the distinctively vibrant red and green poinsettia is December’s birth flower. Have poinsettias in your home at Christmas and you are embracing its message of love. If your hunny presents you with one as a gift, the message is “you’re the only one.”
Do you love your birth flower and its symbolism?
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Violet for me, but I wish it was carnations. Those are my fav!
Mine is July and I've never heard of that flower before but I love it
Aww - why did I have to get the crappy flower? I don't like marigolds!
Lilies
Mines daisy
Definitely one of my favorite articles that you've written.:) thanks for writing this one!:)
Talk about crappy flower.. I refuse to accept poinsettias as my birth flower
Poinsettia! My birthday is December 31 I'm so lucky!
Yay Lily!!
I refuse to accept mine
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Michelle70501:Violet for me, but I wish it was carnations. Those are my fav!
Allyfedor:Mine is July and I've never heard of that flower before but I love it
Midnight:Aww - why did I have to get the crappy flower? I don't like marigolds!
Hayley:Lilies
Squidge:Mines daisy
Samantha:Definitely one of my favorite articles that you've written.:) thanks for writing this one!:)
J:Talk about crappy flower.. I refuse to accept poinsettias as my birth flower
Manuela:Poinsettia! My birthday is December 31 I'm so lucky!
Brittany:Yay Lily!!
famy:I refuse to accept mine
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