DISCOVER YOUR BIRTH FLOWER JUST AS EACH MONTH HAS ITS OWN GEMSTONE, EACH MONTH ALSO HAS ITS OWN TRADITIONAL BIRTH FLOWER, APPROPRIATE FOR THE TIME AND SEASON. LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE SPECIAL BLOOMS BY SELECTING A MONTH BELOW!
JANUARY - CARNATION The carnation is among the oldest flowers to be cultivated, mentioned in Greek literature two centuries ago. Some scholars believe that the bloom's modern name derives from an old word for flower garlands, as carnations were used in ancient Greece to make ceremonial crowns.
FEBRUARY - VIOLET OR PRIMROSE The birth flower for February is associated with faithfulness, truth and affection. Ancient Greeks believed the violet to be the flower of Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty.
MARCH - DAFFODIL OR JONQUIL The daffodil-or daffadowndilly, narcissus or jonquil-is a flower with as many different meanings as names. Most commonly known as a classic symbol of spring, the birth flower for March is also a symbol of hope.
APRIL - DAISY OR SWEET PEA The daisy family is one of the largest in the botanical world, containing more than 1200 particular species of flowers. Many popular garden plants—such as marigolds, dahlias and sunflowers —are part of the daisy family.
MAY - LILY OF THE VALLEY The lily of the valley (indeed, sometimes called the "May lily") is famous for its small, white, bellshaped flowers and delicate fragrance. Its beautiful signature scent has inspired countless perfumes and beauty products.
JUNE - ROSE OR HONEYSUCKLE Roses have symbolized love, friendship and beauty across cultures immemorially, making them the most popular of all cut flowers. While red roses are almost always the bestselling of these blooms, yellow roses is the second most purchased color, with peach, pink and white following respectively. JULY - LARKSPUR Larkspur is symbolic of a beautiful spirit, lightness and swiftness. In the language of flowers, the meaning of the larkspur is fickleness and levity....especially the pink variety.
AUGUST - GLADIOLUS OR POPPY The gladiolus symbolizes remembrance and strength of character. Its name is derived from the Latin word for "little sword," on account of the shape of its leaves. (Indeed, the birth flower for August is also known as the "Sword lily.")
SEPTEMBER - ASTER The name of this bloom comes from the Greek word for "star." The aster is unique for its delicate purple color, although it can also be found in other colors, including blue and white. The birth flower for September symbolize love, daintiness and good luck.
OCTOBER - MARIGOLD OR COSMOS The calendula's name is derived from the Latin word for calendar, due to its lengthy flowering season. This popular variety of marigold blooms consistently from the early spring until first frost.
NOVEMBER - CHRYSANTHEMUM Take the Greek word for gold (“chrysos”) and add it to the word for flower ("anthos") and you get the name for the birth flower for November traditionally a symbol of wisdom and nobility. Today, the chrysanthemum is often associated with optimism, hope and long life.
DECEMBER - NARCISSUS (PAPERWHITE) OR HOLLY The narcissus takes its name from an ancient Greek myth of self-adulation and unrequited love. In modern times, however, the narcissus has come to be a symbol of youth, beauty and good fortune. Moreover, it is believed that if a narcissus flower is forced to bloom on New Year's Day, it will bring good luck for the next twelve months.
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