Birth month flowers are blossoms traditionally associated with each month of the year, much like birth stones. Each flower carries symbolic meanings, said to reflect the traits or characteristics of individuals born in that month.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac shares the following birth month blooms, find yours:
January: Carnation and Snowdrop
Carnations symbolise admiration, love, and distinction, while snowdrops represent hope and rebirth.
Carnations:
Snowdrop:
February: Violet and Primrose
Violets are symbols of modesty, faithfulness, and virtue, reflecting qualities of inner strength and humility. Primroses signify young love, evoking the innocence of budding affection.
Violet:
Primrose:
March: Daffodil
Daffodils are emblematic of rebirth and new beginnings, making them a vibrant symbol of the arrival of spring and a fresh start.
April: Daisy and Sweet Pea
Daisies represent purity, true love, and innocence, offering a sense of simplicity and sincerity. Sweet peas are associated with delicate pleasure and bliss, capturing the joy of fleeting moments.
Daisy:
Sweet pea:
May: Lily of the Valley and Hawthorn
Lily of the valley symbolises sweetness, humility, and a return to happiness, while hawthorn represents hope and supreme happiness.
Lily of the valley:
Hawthorn:
June: Rose and Honeysuckle
Roses, with their timeless beauty, signify love and passion, while honeysuckles represent devoted affection.
Rose:
Honeysuckle:
July: Larkspur and Water Lily
Larkspur embodies positivity and love, encouraging openness and warmth. Water lilies symbolise purity and majesty.
Larkspur:
Water Lily:
August: Gladiolus and Poppy
Gladioli reflect strength of character, remembrance, and sincerity, while poppies represent peace, strength, and imagination, bringing creativity and calmness to the forefront.
Gladiolus:
Poppy:
September: Aster and Morning Glory
Asters signify love, wisdom, and faith, serving as reminders of deep emotional connections. Morning glories symbolise resilience and beauty.
Aster:
Morning Glory:
October: Marigold and Cosmos
Marigolds are symbols of fierce love, passion, and creativity, while cosmos flowers represent order, peace, and serenity.
Marigold:
Cosmos:
November: Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemums are associated with loyalty and honesty, celebrating enduring relationships and unwavering integrity.
December: Narcissus
Narcissus flowers signify good wishes, hope, and wealth, marking a time of generosity and optimism.
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