If you’re into astrology and love reading your horoscope, you’ve probably wondered about birth and zodiac flowers. Birth flowers are believed to be the earthly representations of each zodiac sign, chosen to symbolize their unique characteristics.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the fascinating world of birth flowers and how they can inspire truly beautiful floral gifts.
Contents
- 1 Understanding the Zodiac Calendar
- 2 Occasions to Embrace Your Birth Flowers
- 3 The Zodiac Flowers
- 3.1 ♈️ Aries (March 21 – April 19) – Daffodil, Honeysuckle, Thistle
- 3.2 ♉️ Taurus (April 20 – May 20) – Daisy, Poppy, Lilies
- 3.3 ♊️ Gemini (May 21 – June 20) – Lavender, Lily of the Valley, Chrysanthemums
- 3.4 ♋️ Cancer (June 21 – July 22) – White Flowers (Roses and Carnations)
- 3.5 ♌️ Leo (July 23 – August 22) – Sunflowers and Marigolds
- 3.6 ♍️ Virgo (August 23 – September 22) – Chrysanthemum, Small Blue or Yellow Flowers, Buttercups
- 3.7 ♎️ Libra (September 23 – October 22) – Roses, Hydrangea, Blue Flowers
- 3.8 ♏️ Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) – Deep Red Flowers, Geranium
- 3.9 ♐️ Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) – Carnations, Peony, Blackberry, Thistle
- 3.10 ♑️ Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) – Pansy (Violets in General), Aster
- 3.11 ♒️ Aquarius (January 20 – February 18) – Orchid, Snowdrops
- 3.12 ♓️ Pisces (February 19 – March 20) – Water Lily
- 4 Where to Find Zodiac Flowers
Understanding the Zodiac Calendar
The zodiac calendar begins on the first day of Aries, which coincides with the Spring Equinox. However, the precise date can vary due to the intersection of the equinox with the center of the Sun. The Earth’s orbit around the Sun takes approximately 365.25 days, resulting in occasional adjustments such as leap years.
Occasions to Embrace Your Birth Flowers
Gifting someone their zodiac flowers on their birthday is the perfect opportunity to add a thoughtful and personal touch to the arrangement. But birthday flowers aren’t limited to just those of us who’ve had many birthdays. You can also send zodiac flowers to celebrate the birth or adoption of a loved one.
Furthermore, you can explore birth flowers out of curiosity or use them to better represent yourself. Incorporate these blooms into your clothing, jewelry, or hairpieces for special events like weddings. Or simply enhance your home with arrangements that include your birth flowers. Knowing about zodiac sign flowers can help you incorporate them into future milestone celebrations.
The Zodiac Flowers
Now that you understand how the zodiac calendar works and how to make the most of birth flowers, let’s explore the most common birth flowers for each zodiac sign.
♈️ Aries (March 21 – April 19) – Daffodil, Honeysuckle, Thistle
Aries individuals are bright, positive, and confident, just like their birth flowers. Daffodils represent new beginnings, while honeysuckle symbolizes happiness, perfectly matching the Aries personality. Despite its prickly appearance, the thistle radiates confidence, making it an excellent choice for this sign.
♉️ Taurus (April 20 – May 20) – Daisy, Poppy, Lilies
Taureans are sensual, resilient, and appreciators of the finer things in life. Poppies embody their resilience and robust nature, as they can thrive in almost any environment. Daisies, with their union of large outer petals and tiny inner petals symbolizing love, perfectly match the sensual characteristic. Lilies, on the other hand, exude quiet sophistication, appealing to their refined taste.
♊️ Gemini (May 21 – June 20) – Lavender, Lily of the Valley, Chrysanthemums
Geminis are extroverted, curious, and intelligent. Lavender’s brightness and familiar scent represent their welcoming personalities. Lily of the Valley, a symbol of happiness, complements their curious nature. Combine these two flowers in an arrangement to capture the essence of Geminis. Chrysanthemums also work well for Geminis, as they showcase intricate details and adaptability.
♋️ Cancer (June 21 – July 22) – White Flowers (Roses and Carnations)
White flowers, especially roses and carnations, embody purity, innocence, and sympathy—the perfect representation of Cancer’s emotional, nurturing, and loving characteristics. Roses, known as the ultimate flower of love, are particularly suitable for this sign.
♌️ Leo (July 23 – August 22) – Sunflowers and Marigolds
Leos are confident, ambitious, and attracted to brightness in their lives. Sunflowers and marigolds, with their eye-catching yellow and gold heads, demand attention and bring vibrancy to any arrangement. These blooms perfectly capture the essence of Leo.
♍️ Virgo (August 23 – September 22) – Chrysanthemum, Small Blue or Yellow Flowers, Buttercups
Virgos are strong, humble, and methodical. Chrysanthemums, with their resilience in all weather conditions and intricate details, make an ideal birth flower for this sign. Small blue or yellow flowers, along with delicate buttercups, represent the humble and methodical personalities of Virgos.
♎️ Libra (September 23 – October 22) – Roses, Hydrangea, Blue Flowers
Librans are beautiful, well-balanced, and promoters of peace and harmony. Roses, symbolizing beauty and unconditional love, are the perfect choice for this sign. Hydrangeas, with their strong stem and soft-petaled flowers, offer balance and moderation. Blue flowers, known for their calming effect, further enhance the harmony of any arrangement.
♏️ Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) – Deep Red Flowers, Geranium
Scorpios are mysterious, brave, and passionate. Deep, vibrant red flowers capture the essence of their traits. Geraniums, with their outward-facing flowers protected by tight bunches, specifically suit this star sign.
♐️ Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) – Carnations, Peony, Blackberry, Thistle
Sagittarians are fair-minded, optimistic, and freedom-oriented. Carnations, with their adaptability and multi-petalled nature, represent their sense of freedom and level-headedness. Peonies symbolize positive thoughts and prosperity, aligning perfectly with Sagittarian optimism.
♑️ Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) – Pansy (Violets in General), Aster
Ambition, practicality, and determination define Capricorns. Pansies and asters encompass these traits as the word “pansy” signifies thoughtfulness, and asters represent wisdom.
♒️ Aquarius (January 20 – February 18) – Orchid, Snowdrops
Aquarians are eccentric, unique, and easygoing. Orchids, with their strange shapes and vibrant colors, capture the eccentric energy and uniqueness of Aquarius. If orchids don’t suit your needs, opt for snowdrops, which symbolize acceptance and forgiveness, perfectly aligning with the easygoing nature of Aquarians.
♓️ Pisces (February 19 – March 20) – Water Lily
Passion, artistry, and spirituality define Pisces. Water lilies, with their beautiful blooming flowers floating on water, symbolize faith and spirituality. The artistic and passionate qualities of water lilies perfectly embody Pisces.
Where to Find Zodiac Flowers
Now that you’ve discovered the best birth flowers for all 12 zodiac signs, you can find your perfect arrangement in our selection of birthday flowers. If you’re in the Las Vegas or Nevada area, use our Designer’s Choice option for a unique birth flower arrangement delivered right to your door.
Celebrate yourself or a loved one with the beauty and symbolism of zodiac flowers. Embrace the magic of astrology and let your birth flowers bring joy and positivity into your life!