No need for scholarly calculations to know your "
birth flower
".
This tradition associates a month of the year, that of your birth, with a flower or several flowers.
According to the language of flowers, each one has its own meaning.
January: common carnation and snowdrops
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The birth flowers of people born in January are snowdrop
(Galanthus nivalis)
and carnation
(Dianthus caryophyllus)
.
Both very resistant to cold and snow, they bring a little gaiety to the garden in winter.
The snowdrop is one of the first to bloom in winter.
This bulbous plant is characterized by its white flowers in the shape of a hanging bell.
Be careful, snowdrop bulbs are poisonous.
The carnation is a beautiful biennial, ideal for decorating the borders of the garden.
But it grows just as well in pots or for the production of cut flowers.
Very colorful, it is also planted in the vegetable garden for its repellent effect on a large number of crop pests.
In the
language of flowers
, the carnation translates love, pride, beauty, purity, distinction and fascination while the snowdrop evokes purity and hope.
Read alsoFlower language quiz: are you an expert?
February: violet and iris
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Contrary to what one might think with Valentine's Day, the rose is not the birth flower of people born in February.
These are the violet
(Viola odorata)
and the iris
(Iris).
The iris is a perennial plant with majestic flowering.
Indeed, this flower is large and features different colors such as white, dark purple, blue, yellow, pink, orange, brown, gray and red, often reminiscent of the colors of orchids.
Used in the garden, in perfumery, but also to make dishes, the violet is a flower with multiple uses.
Rich in vitamins A and C, it flowers between February and June.
The iris is the emblem of the kings of France (it is also called "
fleur de lys
"), but in the language of flowers, the iris symbolizes faith, courage and wisdom.
The violet, whose head is always slightly bent, symbolizes modesty.
Good to know
The "fleur de lys", royal emblem, represents the iris and not the lily
(Lilium)
found in gardens and which itself has 6 petals.
Clovis, king of the Franks, would have adopted the iris-fleur-de-lys as a royal emblem, at the end of the battle of Vouillé, because it resembles a weapon with point and hooks.
Read alsoWhen and how to plant irises?
March: narcissus
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Sometimes confused with daffodil (which is a variety of narcissus that is characterized by yellow flowers), narcissus
(Narcissus)
is a bulbous plant with a yellow heart but white petals.
It is the birth flower of people born in March.
A true ambassador of spring, this very fragrant flower adorns lawns, rock gardens, beds and undergrowth.
In the language of flowers, the narcissus has several meanings, some positive, others more fatal.
Indeed, because of its flowering in spring, the narcissus is a symbol of renewal or even rebirth.
However, it can signify the unrequited love and egotism of human beings.
Good to know
This flower is named after a famous character from Greek mythology.
Endowed with great beauty and very proud of her finery, Narcisse rejects many of her suitors and suitors.
It gave rise to the words "narcissist" and "narcissistic" which qualify people who "admire themselves".
Read alsoLuc Ferry: "Narcissus, a positive model?"
April:
sweet peas and daisies
Daisies in a field.
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The birth flowers of people born in April are daisy
(Leucanthemum vulgare)
and sweet pea
(Lathyrus odoratus
).
These two flowers do not mean the same thing in the language of flowers.
The daisy conveys innocence and purity, while the sweet pea evokes modesty and simplicity.
Easy to identify with its fine white petals and yellow heart, the daisy grows as much in gardens as in fields.
Very popular, this flower blooms throughout the summer season and requires little maintenance.
It should not be confused with the daisy.
The daisy is taller and larger than the daisy.
It grows in early summer, unlike the daisy which grows at Easter
.
Also called musk pea or "
flower pea
", the sweet pea is an elegant climbing plant with purple petals.
Easy to grow, it can cling to different supports (fence, wall, etc.) and also decorate the feet of bare shrubs.
Good to know
The first name Marguerite has no connection with the flower, but comes from the Latin "margarita" which means "purity".
Read alsoCoreopsis, cousins of the sunflower and the daisy
May: lily and lily of the valley
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Inseparable from May 1st and Labor Day, lily of the valley
(Convallaria majalis)
is offered each year in pots or small bundles as a lucky charm.
Along with the lily
(Lilium),
it is the birth flower of people born in May.
The lily is an ornamental perennial with a strong visual effect, usually trumpet or star shaped.
Very olfactory, it is used in border and massifs.
With a great diversity of shapes and colors, it symbolizes purity, wealth and majesty in the language of flowers.
As for the lily of the valley or "
lily of the valleys
", it symbolizes chastity, humility, benevolence and gentleness.
This perennial with small white bells has a relatively short flowering time, between April and May.
Easy to maintain, it grows in the forest but also in the garden.
Good to know
All parts of the lily of the valley contain substances that are irritating and toxic to the heart.
They should not be ingested.
Read alsoWhere does the tradition of lily of the valley on May 1 come from?
June: pink
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June is the birth month of the rose
(Rosa)
and indeed, roses are at their peak in terms of flowering in this month.
This traditional flower of love and passion comes in many colors: red, white, yellow, pink, purple or even orange.
Favorite flower of Aphrodite, the goddess of love in Greek mythology, it symbolizes beauty, desire and devotion.
However, its meaning may vary depending on the color and number of flowers offered.
A black rose, for example, symbolizes sadness, despair and sometimes the end of a relationship.
On a balcony or in the garden, the rosebush is a small shrub that requires discipline.
Its location, cutting and watering must be respected to make the queen of flowers bloom.
Read the fileRoses and rosebushes: all our advice
July: larkspur
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The larkspur
(Delphinium)
which is also called dauphinelle is the birth flower of people born in July.
This name comes from its large flower stalk, which resembles the snout of the dolphin.
This floral stem in bright and varied colors can reach 2 meters high.
With good resistance to cold and a breathtaking finish from June to September, the larkspur is a species widely cultivated in gardens.
But it is also found in high mountain meadows.
Be careful, slugs are the main enemies of this perennial plant.
With its large stems, the larkspur is perfect for making rustic or more sophisticated bouquets.
The larkspur is the symbol of delicacy, lightness and positivity.
August: gladiolus
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The birth flower of the Augustians is the gladiolus
(Gladiolus).
A symbol of victory in antiquity, gladiators were rewarded with a bouquet of gladioli.
This flower owes its name to its sword shape, in Latin "
gladius
" for "
sword
" or "
sword
".
The gladiolus therefore symbolizes great strength of character, strength and ambition.
The gladiolus is a corm plant that sports, in the middle of its long and pointed leaves, a straight floral stem that can reach up to 1.50 meters high.
It bears a long spike with many large, tight flowers usually occurring on one side.
Red, blue, purple, pink, orange or even white: the color palette of the gladiolus is very vast.
Good to know
The main diseases of gladiolus are rots caused by fungi.
September: aster
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If you were born in September, your birth flower is the aster
(Aster)
.
Little known, this herbaceous plant flowers in autumn and brings life and color back to the garden.
With long, thin petals and a large yellow heart, the aster can be purple, pink, white or blue.
It is important to respect certain rules to have a beautiful flowering.
Indeed, the aster appreciates sunny exposures in a soil rich in humus.
Water regularly but avoid stagnant water.
In addition, this vigorous plant quickly takes possession of the space, a regular cut is to be expected.
Finally, endowed with a certain hardiness, the aster acclimatizes both to gardens and in pots on balconies and terraces.
A country and cheerful flower, the aster signifies love, faith and wisdom in the language of flowers.
October: concern
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With a shape reminiscent of the daisy, the marigold
(Calendula officinalis)
is a yellow or orange flower.
It is the birth flower of people born in October.
This annual plant is ideal for adorning beds, flowerbeds and baskets or for making pretty borders.
This fast growing flower is very easy to sow both indoors and in the ground.
Marigold is an edible flower that is eaten in salads and jams.
Its orange-yellow color gives a beautiful color to the dishes.
It is generally used to replace saffron.
In the language of flowers, marigold symbolizes determination and perseverance.
But also grief, pain and despair.
Read alsoMarigolds and nasturtiums: should they be sown every year?
November: Chrysanthemum
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Present on All Saints' Day, the chrysanthemum
(Chrysanthemum),
also known as the "
golden flower
", is the birth flower of people born in November.
If the chrysanthemum is chosen to honor our dead, it is thanks to its spectacular rendering, its robustness and its great capacity for adaptation.
Indeed, resistant to cool temperatures, it offers abundant and colorful flowering in autumn.
Finally, chrysanthemums represent eternity, so they are ideal for mourning.
However, behind this sad image hides a happier symbol for the month of birth.
In the language of flowers, the chrysanthemum represents loyalty, perfection and maternal love.
Good to know
Flowering the graves is both a sign of respect and affection for the deceased.
If you want to lay chrysanthemums on a grave, do not forget to remove the packaging from the composition.
The plastic could create condensation and thus cause the plant to rot more quickly.
December: holly
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Although holly (
Ilexaquifolium
) is not a flower, but a shrub, it is considered a birth flower for people born in December.
This Christmas symbol is used in decorations.
It is often used for making Christmas wreaths, bouquets but also for decorating tables.
This shrub with dark green prickly foliage and red fruits is very resistant to cold (down to -15°C).
According to ancient superstitions, Europeans protected themselves from evil spirits, witches, and divine lightning with holly.
The Celtic Druids adorned their staff with holly and the Romans offered holly, a symbol of benevolence, to newlyweds as a lucky charm.
In the language of flowers, holly is a symbol of strength, protection and longevity.
Good to know
Its red berries are toxic to humans, but very popular with birds during winter periods.
