Flowers have been inspiring friends, family, citizens and lovers for centuries as symbols of various meanings (see also “The Language of Flowers“). Though the history isn’t clear, somewhere along the way the idea of birth month flowers evolved, both in the United States and in England. There is a flower associated with each month, just like there is a birthstone for each month.
The beauty of birth month flowers is that it is a simple way to demonstrate your thoughtfulness in celebrating a friend’s or loved one’s birthday, with flowers from their birth month. Flowers often speak for us in their own poetic way, sharing our meaning when our words don’t do it justice…and what better meaning to convey than to give flowers that say your birthday is special!
Birth month flowers can be given by the stem for a sweet little note, by the gardenful for a grand statement, or in the most popular ways – as the focus flower in a beautiful floral arrangement or bouquet. Birth month flowers can also be used to add fun and decoration for a birthday party or a baby shower, whether as a whole theme, a centerpiece, or a nice gift for guests.
The origins of the birth month flowers predate the internet, so it isn’t perfectly coordinated, and there is some variance between the American and British versions. We think this just adds to the fun of it.
Here is a quick list of which month goes with which flower, a brief birth flower guide:
- January – Carnation or Snowdrop
- February – Violet or Primrose
- March – Daffodil or Jonquil
- April – Daisy or Sweet Pea
- May – Lily of the Valley or Hawthorn
- June – Rose or Honeysuckle (Flowering facts on Roses here and here)
- July – Larkspur
- August – Gladiolas or Poppy
- September – Aster or Morning Glory
- October – Calendula
- November – Chrysanthemum
- December – Narcissus or Holly
Look for our “Flowering Facts” posts that give more detail on each (coming soon — we’ll add the links to the flower name above as they are published)
Thanks for reading… www.fieldofflowers.com 1.800.963.7374 (1.800.96.FRESH)
You can call, click or come in to one of our Field of Flowers flower markets in Boca Raton, Miami or Davie, FL for over 100 varieties in store every day. Let our blossoms, bouquets, and flower arrangements speak for you in their poetic language.
In store, online…and we deliver flowers throughout South Florida.
Author Gay Smith, who is an expert in flower care and handling has put together this article about why do roses have black edges?
- If you have cut roses but won’t be arranging them until later, get them into warm water as soon as possible. Roses need hydration!
