Each month has one or two birth flowers: January is the carnation and snowdrop, February the violet and primrose, March the daffodil, April the daisy and sweet pea, May the lily of the valley and hawthorn, June the rose and honeysuckle, July the larkspur and water lily, August the gladiolus and poppy, September the aster and morning glory, October the marigold and cosmos, November the chrysanthemum and December the narcissus and holly. Below is a full birth flower chart with meanings, matching birthstones and gift ideas.
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Birth Flower Chart
| Month | Birth flower(s) | Meaning | Birthstone |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Carnation, snowdrop | Love, fascination; hope | Garnet |
| February | Violet, primrose (iris in some lists) | Loyalty, modesty; young love | Amethyst |
| March | Daffodil (jonquil) | New beginnings, rebirth | Aquamarine, bloodstone |
| April | Daisy, sweet pea | Innocence; gratitude | Diamond |
| May | Lily of the valley, hawthorn | Sweetness, return of happiness; hope | Emerald |
| June | Rose, honeysuckle | Love and passion; devotion | Pearl, moonstone, alexandrite |
| July | Larkspur, water lily | Positivity, open heart; purity | Ruby |
| August | Gladiolus, poppy | Strength, integrity; remembrance | Peridot, spinel, sardonyx |
| September | Aster, morning glory | Wisdom, faith; affection | Sapphire |
| October | Marigold, cosmos | Warmth, creativity; harmony | Opal, tourmaline |
| November | Chrysanthemum | Friendship, joy, honesty | Topaz, citrine |
| December | Narcissus (paperwhite), holly | Hope, good wishes; protection | Turquoise, tanzanite, zircon |
Birth flower lists vary slightly between the US and the UK and between sources. The flowers above are the most widely used.
Winter Birth Flowers
January: carnation and snowdrop
Carnations come in many colors, each with its own meaning: pink for gratitude, red for love and white for good luck. Snowdrops are among the first flowers to bloom in late winter, so they stand for hope.
February: violet and primrose
Violets symbolize loyalty and faithfulness. Primroses, an early spring flower in the UK, represent young love.
December: narcissus and holly
Paperwhite narcissus is often forced indoors for the holidays, while holly, with its red berries, has long been used for winter decorating. Learn more in our December birth flower guide.
Spring Birth Flowers
March: daffodil
Bright yellow daffodils signal spring and represent new beginnings. In Wales, the daffodil is a national symbol worn on St David’s Day (1 March).
April: daisy and sweet pea
Daisies stand for innocence and purity. Sweet peas, with their ruffled petals and strong scent, represent gratitude and blissful pleasure.
May: lily of the valley and hawthorn
Lily of the valley has tiny, fragrant white bells and symbolizes sweetness and the return of happiness. It is toxic if eaten, so keep it away from children and pets.
Summer Birth Flowers
June: rose and honeysuckle
The rose is the classic flower of love, with each color carrying a meaning. Honeysuckle represents devotion and sweet affection.
July: larkspur and water lily
Tall spikes of larkspur bring blue, purple, pink or white color to summer gardens. Water lilies stand for purity and peace.
August: gladiolus and poppy
The gladiolus, named after the Latin word for sword, symbolizes strength and integrity. Red poppies are worn in remembrance in the UK and Commonwealth countries.
Autumn Birth Flowers
September: aster and morning glory
Star-shaped asters symbolize wisdom and love. Morning glories open in the morning and close by afternoon, representing affection.
October: marigold and cosmos
Golden marigolds stand for warmth and creativity and are central to Día de los Muertos celebrations in Mexico. Cosmos represent harmony and order.
November: chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemums, or mums, symbolize friendship and joy in many countries. November’s birthstones are topaz and citrine, so a yellow mum makes a lovely matching gift.
Birth Flower Gift Ideas
- A bouquet or potted plant of the birth month flower
- Birth flower jewelry, such as a necklace with the flower engraved
- A framed birth flower print or watercolor
- Seeds or bulbs of their flower for the garden
- A “birth bouquet” combining a family’s birth flowers
- Pressed flower bookmarks or phone cases
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the birthstone and flower for November?
November’s birth flower is the chrysanthemum, and its birthstones are topaz and citrine.
What is the January flower of the month?
January’s birth flowers are the carnation and the snowdrop.
What is the June flower?
June’s birth flowers are the rose and the honeysuckle.
Why do some months have two birth flowers?
Different traditions developed in different countries, and many lists now include two flowers so there is a choice for gifts and seasons.
The Bottom Line
Birth flowers make gifts more personal, from January carnations to December narcissus. Use the chart to find the flower, meaning and birthstone for any month. For more flower and home guides, visit The Urban Splatter.
