Birth Flower Necklace by Month: Meaning and Symbolism

Birth flowers are one of those traditions that have been around for a long time but are having a real moment right now. More people are discovering that each month of the year has an associated flower, just like a birthstone, and that these flowers carry specific meanings and symbolism. A birth flower necklace is a meaningful, personal gift that works for birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day, or any occasion where you want to give something that feels considered. Here is a complete guide to birth flowers by month.

January: Carnation and Snowdrop

January's flowers are the carnation and the snowdrop. Carnations have a long history of representing love, fascination, and distinction. Red carnations symbolize deep love, pink carnations represent gratitude, and white carnations are associated with pure love and good luck. The snowdrop, a small white flower that blooms in late winter, represents hope and the promise of new beginnings.

February: Violet and Primrose

February's birth flowers are the violet and the primrose. Violets are associated with loyalty, faithfulness, and humility. They have been used symbolically for centuries and represent devotion to someone you love. Primroses symbolize young love and new beginnings, and their early spring bloom connects them to themes of renewal.

March: Daffodil

March's birth flower is the daffodil, also called the jonquil or narcissus. Daffodils symbolize new beginnings, rebirth, and unrequited love. They are one of the first flowers to bloom in spring and represent optimism and hope. In some traditions, giving a single daffodil is said to bring good luck.

April: Daisy and Sweet Pea

April has two birth flowers: the daisy and the sweet pea. Daisies represent innocence, purity, and loyal love. They are also associated with new beginnings, which connects them to spring and the themes of April. Sweet peas symbolize blissful pleasure, delicate pleasure, and goodbye, which gave rise to their use in farewell bouquets historically.

May: Lily of the Valley and Hawthorn

May's birth flowers are lily of the valley and hawthorn. Lily of the valley is one of the most beloved birth flowers because of its delicate bell-shaped blooms and sweet fragrance. It symbolizes happiness, humility, and the return of happiness. Hawthorn is associated with hope, happiness in love, and the idea that good things take time.

June: Rose and Honeysuckle

June's birth flowers are the rose and the honeysuckle. Roses are among the most symbolically rich flowers in the world, with different meanings depending on color: red for love, yellow for friendship, white for purity, and pink for gratitude and admiration. Honeysuckle represents devoted affection and the bonds of love that strengthen over time.

July: Larkspur and Water Lily

July's birth flowers are the larkspur (also called delphinium) and the water lily. Larkspur symbolizes strong bonds of love, levity, and an open heart. It is also one of the best flowers for pressing, which is why it appears frequently in our pressed flower lockets. Water lilies represent purity, enlightenment, and rebirth.

August: Poppy and Gladiolus

August's birth flowers are the poppy and the gladiolus. Poppies symbolize imagination, eternal sleep, and remembrance. Red poppies in particular are associated with love and honor. Gladiolus, with its tall dramatic spikes of blooms, represents strength, integrity, and persistence.

September: Aster and Morning Glory

September's birth flowers are the aster and the morning glory. Asters symbolize love, wisdom, and faith. They look like small daisies and come in shades of purple, pink, white, and red. Morning glories represent love, affection, and the bittersweet quality of life's short pleasures.

October: Marigold and Cosmos

October's birth flowers are the marigold and the cosmos. Marigolds symbolize warmth, creativity, and strong emotions, both grief and joy. They are used in celebrations of life in many cultures. Cosmos represent balance, order, and serenity, and their delicate open blooms press beautifully in jewelry.

November: Chrysanthemum

November's birth flower is the chrysanthemum, also called the mum. Chrysanthemums symbolize longevity, loyalty, and joy. In many Asian cultures, the chrysanthemum is a symbol of good fortune. In Western flower symbolism, different colors carry different meanings: red for love, white for loyalty, and yellow for sorrow or neglected love.

December: Narcissus and Holly

December's birth flowers are the narcissus and holly. Narcissus (the daffodil family) represents hope, wealth, and good wishes for the new year, making it fitting for the last month of the year. Holly symbolizes protection, foresight, and goodwill.

Birth Flower Necklaces from Greene Is Gold

At Greene Is Gold, we make pressed flower locket necklaces using real botanicals including several of the birth flowers listed above. We work most frequently with larkspur, pansies, cosmos, and small wildflowers, which press with excellent color retention and detail.

If you are looking for a birth flower necklace for someone specific, reach out through our contact page and we can discuss what flowers we have available and what custom options might work for you. A birth flower necklace with the person's actual birth month flower is one of the most meaningful gifts we make.