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Birthdays are an opportunity to celebrate the people we love and show gratitude for their presence on the planet and in our lives. If you’re looking for a special way to show family and friends that you’re glad they’re in your life, you might consider gifting them a bouquet linked to the month of their birth.
Chosen for the time of year when they bloom, birth month flowers are associated with key characteristics that represent the people born in that month. Further, each month features primary and secondary flowers that are separate but complementary. Which flowers belong to each month of the year?
| Month | Primary Flower | Secondary Flower |
| January | Carnation | Snowdrop |
| February | Violet | Primrose |
| March | Daffodil | Jonquil |
| April | Daisy | Sweet Pea |
| May | Lily of the Valley | Hawthorn |
| June | Rose | Honeysuckle |
| July | Larkspur | Water Lily |
| August | Gladiolus | Poppy |
| September | Aster | Morning Glory |
| October | Marigold | Cosmos |
| November | Chrysanthemum | Peony |
| December | Narcissus | Holly |
January: Sweetness and Light
- Primary: Carnation
- Secondary: Snowdrop
Subtle, sweet carnations are known for frilly petals and a range of meanings based on their coloration. This flower, in general, is a symbol of love and devotion. Snowdrops are a sign of new beginnings, popping up through the snow to remind you that spring is on the way.
February: Wisdom and Health
- Primary: Violet
- Secondary: Primrose
Enchanting violets pack a punch of saturated color in an otherwise delicate bloom, representing faith, wisdom, and protection. Bright clusters of primrose are a long-time staple of traditional medicine, as well as a symbol of youth. In terms of complimentary birth flowers by month, these two go together both aesthetically and symbolically.
March: New Beginnings
- Primary: Daffodil
- Secondary: Jonquil
Sunny daffodils are a short-lived symbol of spring with a trumpet-like center among a fan of golden petals, heralding the end of winter. It should come as no surprise that the primary flower of March speaks to hope and rebirth, as does its larger-bloomed cousin, jonquil, a specific variety of daffodil.
April: Innocence and Affection
- Primary: Daisy
- Secondary: Sweet Pea
Daisies are April birth month flowers associated with youth and innocence, with pure white petals surrounding a sunny center. Sweet pea is equally cheerful, with dainty petals in delicate hues. This charming little bloom is a symbol of affection and gratitude.
May: A Heart Full of Happiness
- Primary: Lily of the Valley
- Secondary: Hawthorn
White, bell-shaped clusters of lily of the valley are the stuff of songwriting legend, with a reputation for happiness and gentility. They are considered among the luckiest birth flowers by month, so they go well with hawthorn, long believed to have magical properties. Hope and happiness are also hallmarks of vibrant hawthorn.
June: Passion and Promise
- Primary: Rose
- Secondary: Honeysuckle
There are few symbols of love more potent than roses, with red signifying passion and romance. Honeysuckle offers the perfect complement as a representation of enduring love, with fragrant blooms that draw the ardor of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
July: Levity and Enlightenment
- Primary: Larkspur
- Secondary: Water Lily
Summer may bring oppressive heat, but the birth flowers of this month are uplifting. Towering larkspur, also known as delphinium, is named for the nectar spur nestled in blue petals, resembling a dolphin (delphis) leaping from the water. This bloom relates to lightness and levity. The exotic water lily, on the other hand, speaks to enlightenment.
August: Integrity and Imagination
- Primary: Gladiolus
- Secondary: Poppy
Spear-like gladiolus, with a riot of blooms, couldn’t look more different from graceful, delicate poppies, and unlike most birth flowers by month, their meanings are also divergent.
Strength and integrity are the characteristics of August’s primary flower, while poppies stand for a dreamy, imaginative quality. Like two sides of a coin, the strength and softness of these flowers show the dual nature of this transitional month.
September: Depth and Maturity
- Primary: Aster
- Secondary: Morning Glory
Wisdom and emotional depth are the traits linked to aster, the flower known to add pops of color to fading fall gardens. Morning glories, long valued for curative properties, are lovely but fleeting, signifying cycles coming to an end.
October: Creativity and Inner Peace
- Primary: Marigold
- Secondary: Cosmos
The end of the harvest season is a time of abundance and reflection when the toil of summer subsides to the quiet and contemplative spirit of late fall. Bold and creative, marigolds herald the festive decorations of fall and winter holidays, while feathery, multi-hued cosmos bring a sense of tranquility to the hustle and bustle of the season.
November: Bonds of Friendship and Love
- Primary: Chrysanthemum
- Secondary: Peony
Showy chrysanthemums are arguably the most beautiful and versatile of all the birth month flowers, with over 20,000 varieties. It’s no wonder they represent the many different shades of love and relationships. The passion and romance of lush peonies play right into the vibe.
December: Hope and the Holiday Spirit
- Primary: Narcissus
- Secondary: Holly
Also known as paperwhite, narcissus is an optimistic bloom aptly representing rebirth. Paired with the goodwill and festive appeal of red and green holly, these flowers make for a joyful symbol of the holiday spirit.
Shower Your Loved One With Birth Month Flowers
There’s no need to wait for a birth month to roll around to show you’re thinking about a beloved family member or friend. Gift them their birth flowers at any time of year as a thoughtful treat.
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