Do you know your birth flower and birthstone?
I was born in August, so my birth flower is the gladiolus, and my birthstone is peridot.
There’s something timeless and meaningful about birth flowers and birthstones. If you’re choosing a thoughtful gift, planning a birthday celebration, creating keepsakes for your children, or simply curious about the symbolism tied to your birth month, these details add such a personal touch.
What Are Birth Flowers and Birthstones?
Birth flowers and birthstones are specific flowers and gemstones traditionally associated with each month of the year. They also carry their own symbolic meanings, such as different personality traits, emotions, strengths, and sentiments.
Birth Flowers and Birthstones by Month
January
- Birth Flower: Carnation
- Birthstone: Garnet
Carnations symbolize love, devotion, and admiration, while garnets represent protection and deep friendship.
February
- Birth Flower: Violet
- Birthstone: Amethyst
Violets symbolize loyalty and humility, and amethyst is associated with peace and clarity.
March
- Birth Flower: Daffodil
- Birthstone: Aquamarine
Daffodils represent new beginnings and hope, which is fitting for the start of spring. Aquamarine’s calming blue tones are said to symbolize serenity and courage.
April
- Birth Flower: Daisy
- Birthstone: Diamond
Daisies symbolize innocence and joy, while diamonds represent strength and everlasting love.
May
- Birth Flower: Lily of the Valley
- Birthstone: Emerald
Lily of the Valley symbolizes sweetness and motherhood, making it especially meaningful for moms born in May. Emeralds are associated with wisdom, growth, and renewal.
June
- Birth Flower: Rose
- Birthstone: Pearl (or Alexandrite/Moonstone)
Roses symbolize love and beauty, while pearls represent purity and grace.
July
- Birth Flower: Larkspur
- Birthstone: Ruby
Larkspur symbolizes positivity and strong bonds of love. Rubies, with their deep red color, are connected to passion, courage, and confidence.
August
- Birth Flower: Gladiolus
- Birthstone: Peridot
Gladiolus flowers symbolize strength of character, and peridot is believed to bring happiness and protection.
September
- Birth Flower: Aster
- Birthstone: Sapphire
Asters symbolize wisdom and patience, while sapphires are linked to truth, loyalty, and sincerity.
October
- Birth Flower: Marigold
- Birthstone: Opal (or Tourmaline)
Marigolds represent warmth and creativity, and opals are known for their colorful, ever-changing beauty.
November
- Birth Flower: Chrysanthemum
- Birthstone: Citrine (or Topaz)
Chrysanthemums symbolize friendship and joy, while citrine is associated with warmth, energy, and abundance.
December
- Birth Flower: Narcissus
- Birthstone: Turquoise (or Blue Zircon/Tanzanite)
Narcissus flowers symbolize hope and self-worth, while turquoise is believed to bring protection and peace.
The Lasting Appeal of Birth Flowers and Birthstones
Although every birth flower and birthstone has its own significance, for me, it’s never been about the symbolism.
I’ve always appreciated how each month has its own colors, blooms, and gems tied to it — something beautiful and uniquely its own. It’s part of the reason I love having a framed print of our family’s birth flowers and birthstone jewelry, each representing one of us.
They may be traditional, but they still feel very personal and meaningful today. Whether you’re celebrating your own life, the birth of a child, or honoring the people you love most, they are a lovely reminder that every month, and every person, carries something special.
