A Guide to Birthday Flowers by Month
Giving flower arrangements to somebody for their birthday is a time honored tradition and one that gives you an easy solution if you are searching for that person you never know what to buy for. However, something many people do not know, is that like a birthstone each person has a birth flower that is unique to them depending on what month they were born in. So this year, every time you purchase a flower for a loved one for delivery in Vancouver, you might consider purchasing the flower for the month they were born.
January - The hardy carnation can make it in any climate, which is probably why it is the birth flower during a season that brings ice storms along with it. The carnation is said to symbolize both beauty and pride, but is also humble enough to express gratitude and respect. There is no better gift than the Carnation Bouquet, available from Vancouver’s top FTD florist, for the January birthday pal in your life.
February - Purple has long been known as the color or royals and majesty, which is why it should come as no surprise that the February birth flower, the iris, dates back to the Greek times when it was considered the link between heaven and earth. You also might find it unique to hear that the three petals that point upwards on the iris are thought to symbolize faith, valor and wisdom. If you want to give someone a truly royal gift that is special in your life, you might consider The FTD Blooming Iris Bouquet
March - As the snow starts to melt, the daffodils start to peak out through the hard ground showing that rebirth is possible, which is why they are the spring flower for all born in March. Having the daffodil for your birth flower is especially significant since they symbolize rebirth, new beginnings, and happiness. Please call us at our Vancouver flower shop in the Spring as daffodils are only available at this time.
April - Spring is a time when you are fry to run through the fresh grass and rejoice that winter has finally ended. Therefore, it is only fitting that you should be given the daisy as your flower, since it holds the legend of a nymph who changed into a charming weed to escape attention and so she could do as she liked. Therefore, the daisy is considered a youthful and happy flower to have as your birth flower. The FTD Daisy Vase is a wonderful choice to liven a rainy spring day.
May - Lily’s are considered to be one of the most honored and revered flowers by the Greeks who always tied them in with the Gods. Thus, if you are born in May you get the honor of a flower that portrays not only the virtue and sweetness of the delicate flower, but also majesty. If you want to brighten a female’s birthday, The FTD Lilies and More Bouquet is a wonderful present from Top Vancouver Florist.
June - Oddly enough, the typical Valentine’s rose falls in June for birthday fiends, which means you get twice as many roses as everyone else! The rose can mean many different things depending on its colour, but since it’s a birthday wish in June, you can make it whatever colour you or your friends enjoy the most! For friends, the One Dozen Mixed Roses Bouquet makes a lovely gift.
July - Even though your flower is the Delphinium which is usually more of a decorative filler flower instead of the main focus of a bouquet, you can take light in the fact this is simply because they represent and open heart and somebody’s sincere love for you. With a nice fragrance, delphiniums are perfect to have around the house in the summer, just like you!
August - If you were born in this hot summer month you must have extreme strength and integrity, which is hardly an accident since you are braving the warmest month of summer! August births get the gladiola that is taken from the Roman word for sword, ‘gladius’ because the stems look somewhat like a gladiator’s swords. The gladiola can also mean infatuation since the lovely flowers are meant to cut through and open up your intended’s heart as well.
September - The aster signifies a September birthday and the picture of a wild child as the rough thick texture of an aster and its lush colour has long been connected to tales of magical hues and potion recipes. The aster in modern times is supposed to represent elegance and love if given to the lucky birthday gal or guy. Although you will rarely find asters in a bouquet by themselves, The FTD Happy Birthday Bouquet makes a lovely gift on a birthday from Nature’s Wonders Florist.
October - The month of the Marigold, if you were born in October you are generally thought to be beautiful and dependable as a marigold is a very hardy flower. Marigolds are also commonly left by statues of the Virgin Mary as they are known as Mary’s Gold and symbolize grace with their wide array of fall autumn colours.
November - If you were born during this month, you have the flower of the sun, also known as the Chrysanthemum to symbolize your special month. The Chrysanthemum is both the flower of perfection to the Japanese and a symbol of mediation if you follow the Confucius train of thought. For a wonderful floral arrangement for a birthday during November, Chrysanthemums can shine some light on their special day.
December - December is the month of the poinsettia, one you probably could have figured out, but this is the primary reason why the poinsettia is considered the Christmas flower as well. The poinsettia is considered to be a wonderful flower that represents holiday joy and festive cheer. If you have a December holiday in your family you might consider purchasing The FTD Red Poinsettia Basket from Flower Shop Vancouver to add a twist to the typical Christmas flower.
Anniversary Flowers
Every anniversary is special, even a year is a mark to be celebrated since that’s the very first year that you have spent together with the one you love. Rather you are one half of the anniversary couple, or just a thoughtful friend who wants to celebrate a couple’s union, here is the official guide to purchasing flowers for every anniversary.
1 Year Anniversary – The carnation is perfect for your first year, since it can symbolize admiration (red), pure love (white), and ‘I’ll never forget you” (pink). The carnation stands for the commitment you have made to your partner for years to come.
2 Year Anniversary – Since the lily is the symbol of the pure of heart and happiness, the lily of the valley is known for showing your devotion.
3 Year Anniversary – Sunflowers are perfect for your third since they show strength for making it three years, and nourishment like the sun since you will continue to stay together loyally.
4 Year Anniversary – The hydrangea represents gratefulness, which shows how much you still appreciate your partner even after four years. Remember this sentiment, because appreciation will get you all the way to your 50th anniversary!
5 Year Anniversary – The daisy makes the perfect present for your five year anniversary since it represents purity for both the giver and the recipient, which is why you have to make sure to pick up a daisy bouquet.
6 Year Anniversary – The calla inspires you to continue trotting along in marriage past the five year mark and into the sixth year and onwards since it represents growth and the wisdom that you have yet to gain over time.
7 Year Anniversary – Known as the seven year itch, some people say that this is the year of infidelity in a marriage; therefore, you can counteract the superstition by purchasing the freesia flower, which represents fidelity and trust.
8 Year Anniversary – Lilacs are your eight year marker because they remind people of springtime and young love, helping the couple who has made it past seven years remember their first inklings of love and playful spirit.
9 Year Anniversary – Take note of your ninth anniversary flower, the bird of paradise, and do something wild and exotic in your marriage this year to show that it is never too late to find something new in your aged love.
10 Year Anniversary – The daffodil is seen as a joyful flower that reminds everyone of the simplicity of love and small pleasures of still being married. The flower bloom itself actually stands for love and chivalry.
11 Year Anniversary – Officially moving forward, the tulip gives new breath to your communion as its rich velvet center is suppose to show a lover’s heart that has been consumed with passion.
12 Year Anniversary – Marking that you are over the ten year hump, you want to make sure you get a peony that is in full bloom since it represents good fortune as well as romance and a pleasant marriage.
13 Year Anniversary – What better way than to celebrate your supposed “unlucky” year than to break the trend with the beautiful chrysanthemum which is a flower that represents abundance, fidelity, and loveliness.
14 Year Anniversary – The orchid shows affection, which is something you must have for each other after fourteen years together. It is also known as a symbol of understanding, beauty, and love.
15 Year Anniversary – If you make it all the way to your quarter mark, than you need to celebrate with the universal flower of romance, the rose. Roses are known to represent everything from beauty to perfection to deep passion.
20 Year Anniversary – The aster is usually viewed as a magical flower since its scent has inspired its long tails in potions and cures. The flower itself represents the magic in your marriage that has given you good fortune for the last 30 years.
25 Year Anniversary – After twenty-years, every couple needs something to help them celebrate their entry into the golden years together. What better flower to do this than the iris that represents faith, wisdom, hope and the eternal promise the couple has made to each other.
30 Year Anniversary – After thirty years, a couple should represent their love with a lily which has a majestic bloom that is suppose to symbolize pride and beauty, and you deserve to be proud after 30 years!
40 Year Anniversary – 40 years is quite an accomplishment, which is why the gladiolus is the traditional flower of choice, as its name is derived from sword, and the lovely couple has pierced and held each other’s hearts.
50 Year Anniversary – For your 50th wedding anniversary, you deserve not one, but two flowers to celebrate this wonderful feat. This is why many people consider yellow roses and violets to be the official flowers of the gold anniversary. The yellow roses are for showing the light of your marriage that burns from within, and the violets show the commitment the couple has dedicated themselves to.
