Your wedding flowers are a fabulous way to personalise your Big Day! There are so many gorgeous options to choose from that it may be overwhelming at first. One direction which might inspire you is your birthday flower. You may want to incorporate a combination of your birth flowers, your partner’s birth flowers and perhaps flowers that are seasonal around the time you’re getting married.
Another option is to gift your girls their birth flower when you ask them to be bridesmaids. Such a special touch and a lovely way to show how much your girls mean to you.
Side note: the meaning of the birth flowers in this post is general. Your birth flower may come in different colours, which means there will be different meanings. So once you’ve picked your favourite, take a little bit of time to investigate the unique meaning of all the different coloured birth flowers.
Take a peek at these birth flowers and what they mean. And for more inspiration, here’s a list of birth stones and their meaning.
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January: Carnation and Snowdrop
Meaning: devotion, loyalty and love (carnation) and fascination, new beginnings and love (snowdrop)
The symbols of both of these flowers is all about something new, which is fitting for the start of the calendar year. And what better way to enter your marriage than with flowers that symbolise devotion, loyalty, new beginnings and love.
Bridal Musings, Willemijn’s BrocanteHoekje
February: Violet and Iris
Meaning: faithfulness, humility and spiritual wisdom (violet) and eloquence, faith, wisdom and hope (iris)
I bet you thought February’s birth flower would be the rose, because of Valentine’s Day. And if you did, we wouldn’t blame you! Purple toned violets have been used for centuries in medicines, wines and even in love potions (probably due to their heart shaped petals).
Flickr, Kate Dawes
March: Daffodil and Cherry Blossom
Meaning: rebirth, luck, vanity and prosperity (daffodil and cherry blossom)
March is the official start of Spring and with it comes new life and lots of colour. Spring is such a happy time of the year and a fabulous way to reflect that happiness and newness is with these seasonal flowers.
Whimsical Wonderland Weddings, Rebecca Yale
April: Daisy and Sweet Pea
Meaning: cheerfulness, youth and purity (daisy) and warmth, love and affection (sweet pea)
These pretty blooms are sure to put a big smile on your face. They are both wildly popular flowers and make a great addition to a wedding bouquet. The nostalgia of the daisy chain reminds me of the game ‘he loves me, he loves me not’.
Pinterest, Elegant Wedding Invites
May: Lily of the Valley and Lily
Meaning: appreciation, beauty and perfection (lily of the valley) and beauty, serenity and happiness
With delicate flowers and a sweet scent, these blooms are a favourite of many, including royal brides. They are also said to be a symbol of good luck!
Koby Brown, Elegant Wedding Invites
June: Rose and Honeysuckle
Meaning: love, gratitude and appreciation (rose) and happiness and eternal love (honeysuckle)
June babies have two fabulous flowers that are the perfect symbol of eternal love. Best of all, they make a gorgeous combination when paired together!
Style Me Pretty, Pinterest
July: Water Lily and Larkspur
Meaning: joy, innocence and purity (water lily) and sincerity, dedication and an open heart (larkspur)
The meanings above are perfect to include in your Big Day! If you’re looking to add height to your flower arrangements, then larkspur is the one for you, while water lilies would make great floating centrepieces.
A Sparkly Life For Me, Elmore Court
August: Poppy and Gladiolus
Meaning: success, peace and consolation (poppy) and strength, generosity and moral integrity (gladiolus)
These blooms are available in several beautiful colours, so we’re not surprised they’re so popular in the summer! Poppies are perfect for wedding bouquets, while gladioli are taller and can create drama with more height in a centrepiece.
Pinterest, Boho Weddings
September: Morning Glory and Aster
Meaning: affection, love and faith (morning glory) and love, wisdom, faith and innocence (aster)
Asters bloom throughout the year, but in September, when autumn begins, they become the most vibrant and colourful flowers around!
Pinterest, Green Wedding Shoes
October: Marigold and Cosmos
Meaning: passion, creativity and good luck (marigold) and tranquility, harmony and innocence (cosmos)
Just look at these gorgeous colours! They make a great addition to an autumn wedding, with their beautiful colours and spicy scent.
Green Wedding Shoes, Mandy’s Garden Floral Design
November: Chrysanthemum and Peony
Meaning: friendship and abundance (chrysanthemum) and prosperity, honour and romance (peony)
Due to their colour and wonderful shape, both chrysanthemums and peonies make a beautiful addition to a wedding bouquet. They are incredibly popular because of their shape!
Vecteezy, You-Wedding
December: Narcissus and Holly
Meaning: faithfulness and respect (narcissus) and sweetness, self-esteem and peace (holly)
It’s no surprise that December’s flowers are joyful and festive! These blooms make a beautiful addition to a winter or Christmas themed wedding.
Lili Harp Flowers, Pinterest
