Today, we’re ditching the delivery room for a moment and venturing into the world of birth month flowers.
Not only are they a beautiful way to celebrate your little one’s arrival, but they also hold special meanings and symbolism.
So, let’s dive into this definitive guide and discover the perfect floral representation for your bundle of joy!
- What are Birth Month Flowers?
- Birth Month Flowers & Their Meanings
- January – Carnation & Snowdrop
- February – Violet & Primrose
- March – Daffodil
- 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
- December – Narcissus & Holly
- Reasons to Give Birth Month Flowers
- Wrapping up
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What are Birth Month Flowers?
Similar to how each month has their own birthstone(s), each month also has its own flower(s). Birth month flowers are associated with qualities that are said to reflect the temperament and attributes of people born in a particular month.
The tradition of associating flowers with birth months dates back to ancient Roman times. Flowers have had different meanings and symbolism attached to them for thousands of years. The language of flowers (floriography) was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Enough of the history, let’s move on to the meat and potatoes – birth month flowers and their meanings!
Birth Month Flowers & Their Meanings
January – Carnation & Snowdrop
Carnations and snowdrops are two of the few flowers that actually thrive during those chilly, winter months.
The carnation symbolizes love, fascination, and distinction, while the snowdrop represents hope, rebirth, and consolation.
Both of these delicate blooms are a perfect fit for your winter baby.
February – Violet & Primrose
The birth month flowers of February are violet and primrose.
The violet signifies faithfulness, humility, and chastity, while the primrose represents young love and innocence.
March – Daffodil
For the month of March we have a daffodils!
The daffodil is a cheerful symbol of new beginnings, rebirth, and good fortune.
April – Daisy & Sweet Pea
If you have an April baby on the way, your little one’s birth month flowers will be daisies and sweet peas.
Daisies represent innocence, purity, and new beginnings while the sweet pea symbolizes pleasure, gratitude, and departure.
May – Lily of the Valley & Hawthorn
Moving right along to the warmer weather birth month flowers, lily of the valley and hawthorn!
The lily of the valley signifies sweetness, humility, and happiness, while the hawthorn represents hope, love, and protection.
June – Rose & Honeysuckle
What a beautiful and pleasant combination for the month of June flowers.
The rose is a classic symbol of love, passion, and beauty, while the honeysuckle represents happiness, devotion, and sweetness.
July – Larkspur & Water Lily
The birth month flowers for July are water lilies and larkspur.
The larkspur signifies an open heart and ardent attachment, while the water lily represents purity, enlightenment, and rebirth.
August – Gladiolus & Poppy
Poppies represent imagination, peace, and eternal sleep and the gladiolus symbolizes strength of character, sincerity, and integrity.
September – Aster & Morning Glory
As we get into the fall months, you will find aster and morning glory as the birth month flowers of September.
The aster signifies love, faith, and wisdom, while the morning glory represents affection, love-in-vain, and mortality.
October – Marigold & Cosmos
The birth month flowers for your October baby are marigolds and cosmos!
The marigold symbolizes passion, creativity, and protection against evil, while the cosmos represents peace, order, and harmony.
November – Chrysanthemum
The chrysanthemum, the birth month flower of November, signifies optimism, joy, and long life.
December – Narcissus & Holly
Last, but certainly not least, December. The birth flowers for the final month of the year are narcissus and holly.
The narcissus (paperwhite) represents good wishes, hope, and prosperity, while the holly symbolizes protection, good fortune, and domestic happiness.
Reasons to Give Birth Month Flowers
Personal touch
Choosing a birth month flower adds a personal touch to a gift, showing that you put lots of thought and effort into it.
Symbolism
Each flower carries a unique meaning that can resonate with the expecting or new mama. It can add yet another layer of significance to the gift.
Beauty
Who doesn’t love getting flowers? Flowers are simply beautiful and can brighten someone’s day, especially during those potentially tough and lonely postpartum days.
Wrapping up
So, there you have it, mamas! The definitive guide to birth month flowers and their beautiful meanings. Whether you’re a new parent yourself or looking for a thoughtful gift for a loved one, consider incorporating birth month flowers into your celebrations. They’re a beautiful and meaningful way to welcome new life into the world.
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