For this collection of flower tattoos, we highlight each month of birth and the flower that is its counterpart. With many styles, locations, and design concepts, we’re sure you’ll be able to find inspiration for your next splash of spring color!
January birth flowers: carnation and snowdrop
The flowers for January’s birth month are carnations and bluebells. Carnations come in a dazzling array of colors and each one means something different. so keep that in mind when designing your next floral piece: the choice of colour, or even the choice to have no colour, can have as much meaning as the design itself! The carnation symbolizes many things, including pure love and good luck, which is part of the reason why it is such a good flower to give and receive!
Snowdrops, being one of the first flowers to appear to indicate the transformation from winter to spring, represent renewal, rebirth and a beautiful end of winter.
February birth flowers: violet and primrose
February flowers are violets and primroses, although we bet you were guessing roses! Although Valentine’s Day falls in the middle of this month, these birth month flowers, like roses, are also symbols of worship. a white violet is often a representation of “innocence”, while a purple violet would symbolize that the giver’s thoughts were “occupied with love” by the recipient.
Cowslip comes in a variety of colors, including white, pink, red, yellow, blue, and purple. Although it can be found in different shades, the flowers have one thing in common… a yellow tint in the center. There is an ancient belief that primrose can drive away evil spirits. Aside from that, it was also believed that fairies loved this enchanting flower, and that they would bless your home if you place the flower on your front doorstep. From then on, the primrose was used as a symbol of security and protection.
March birth flower: daffodil
daffodils, the bright and giggly birth flower of March! Symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings, the daffodil is synonymous with spring. Although its botanical name is ‘daffodil’, daffodils are also sometimes called jonquils. In Wales, it is said that if you see the first daffodil of the season, your next 12 months will be filled with wealth. Chinese legend has it that if a daffodil bulb is forced to bloom during the new year, it will bring good luck to your home.
Whether you want an illustrative piece, a neo-traditional bird and foil, or even a slightly realistic watercolor tattoo, there are so many different ways to represent this wonderful flower!
April birth flowers: daisy and sweet pea
And what flowers does April bring? daisies and peas!
two flowers that promise joy with each bounce of their smiling leaves. A daisy not only represents happiness, but also innocence and purity. sweet peas are slightly different. During Victorian times, giving sweet peas meant “thanks for the lovely time.” it can also mean joyful pleasure, departure or farewell. In France, it’s a superstition that sweet peas are believed to bode well for brides… these birth month flower tattoos are as sweet as their name!
May birth flowers: lily of the valley and hawthorn
May’s birth flowers are lily of the valley and hawthorn. hawthorns have an interesting folklore behind them. Did you know that maypoles were made from hawthorn trees? A maypole is used in many different European folk festivals and is often decorated with bright ribbons. in england the hawthorn tree is known as the mayflower tree and means hope. that’s why the pilgrims named their ship “the mayflower”, hoping for a happy new home.
Lily of the valley also has a fairly ancient history as an aromatic flowering plant used in religious ceremonies, world celebrations, perfumes and gardens. also known as the ‘may lily’, it means “return to happiness” and generally symbolizes chastity, purity, happiness, luck and humility. Full of charm, these little white sweeties make very pretty birth month tattoos!
June birth flowers: rose and honeysuckle
Perhaps the most popular flower, roses are the June birth month flower along with honeysuckle. two sweet flowers with absolute charm. Like carnations, roses come in many different colors, each with its own significant meaning. however, roses are much more lush and luxurious… but don’t let their perfect petals fool you. roses often exemplify beautiful thoughts of friendship, love and passion. There couldn’t be anyone out there who wouldn’t love a dozen roses on their front door for whatever reason!
honeysuckle, of course, means sweet things. not only does it embody happiness, but it also attracts one of our favorite feathered friends: the hummingbird!
Rose tattoos are always popular…and while we don’t often see honeysuckle tattoos, we’d love to see more! The expressive and exotic looking flower in this flower tattoo works wonderfully.
July birth flowers: delphinium and water lily
July’s flowers are delphiniums and water lilies! did you know that water lilies and lotus flowers are different? look for them in the next botanical garden you visit! lotus flowers bloom and ripple gracefully over the pond, while water lilies, as their name suggests, float with their capes floating on the currents. Both are beautiful, but only one of them painted Monet… and as these birth month flower tattoos show, they are absolutely stunning. The water lily symbolizes many things for various cultures around the world, beauty and enlightenment to name a few.
larkspur, on the other hand, comes in an amazing myriad of colors…again, each with its own meaning. in general, however, they represent love with an open heart.
august birth flowers: gladiolus and poppy
with August comes the birth month flowers gladioli and poppies. Although poppy flowers come in a few different colors, perhaps the most recognizable shade is a deep blood red. like these poppy flower tattoos here, the effect can be incredibly intense and powerful, indicative of the dark and lustful meanings behind them. Due to the fact that opiates have long been harvested from poppies, their meaning is often related to death, sleep, and oblivion, but this flower can also symbolize pleasure and love, perhaps even love. obsessive and addictive that some people feel for opiates. .
Gladioli get their name from the shape of their leaves. gladioli – from the Latin word “gladius”, meaning sword. these flowers symbolize strength and moral integrity. Gladioli also represent falling in love, with a bouquet conveying to a recipient that they pierce the giver’s heart with passion.
September birth flowers: asters and morning glory
Asters and morning glories are the flower for the birth month of September. Although often thought to symbolize affection, a morning glory flower blooms and dies in a single day. In the Victorian meaning of flowers, morning glory flowers signify mortality. in Chinese folklore, they represent a single day for lovers to meet. The color of morning glory flowers helps support the idea of vivid and strong worship!
The aster, one of the most exotic flowers on this list, has unique ideas in its petals. With their wildflower-like beauty and lush texture, asters have long been considered an enchanted flower. in ancient times it was thought that the perfume of its burning leaves could drive away evil snakes. today, they are known as a talisman of love and a symbol of patience.
october birth flowers: cosmos and calendula
Believe it or not, we had never even heard of cosmos flowers until we started putting together this collection! the flowers of the birth month of october are cosmos and marigolds, each of them is a wonderful flower without a doubt. the word cosmos in Greek means orderly, beautiful and ornamental. the fragrance and vibrant colors of the flower give it the attributes of peace, wholeness, and modesty. the typical nickname for this flower is ‘the flower of love’.
calendula has a very different meaning. because this flower shows an open face only when the sun shines. this flower is also known as the ‘herb of the sun’ and can symbolize passion. the golden hue is also reminiscent of a lion’s mane, hinting at its other symbolism: that of bravery and courage. but beware! Marigold can also have undertones of cruelty, pain, jealousy and greed! Gold doesn’t always shine, especially when it’s tinged with greed…just ask King Midas!
November birth flower: chrysanthemum
Perhaps most associated with Asian cultures, the November birth month flower is the chrysanthemum. It’s hard to believe that this perky flower is part of the daisy family, but indeed it is. the lore surrounding the chrysanthemum is also quite fascinating! Not only do many legends and folk stories include this famous flower, but the Japanese even have a festival celebrating its beauty called the “festival of happiness.” no doubt this also gives you a clue as to its meaning; optimism and joy. “A symbol of the sun, the orderly unfolding of the chrysanthemum’s petals is considered by the Japanese to represent perfection, and Confucius once suggested that they be used as a meditation object. A single petal of this celebrated flower is said to be placed in the background of a glass of wine will promote a long and healthy life.”
These chrysanthemum tattoos are wonderful representations of the Japanese style, plus one in a stunning hyper-realistic style! if this is the flower tattoo of the month of your birth, you are very lucky, since it is the favorite flower of many artists.
December birth flowers: holly and poinsettia
December birth month flowers vary, just like the others, depending on who you ask and what country you’re in. December has long been attributed to a host of celebrations thanks to the festivities… Christmas without those bright red bunches of holly and poinsettias? It would make sense that the symbology of the saint has some roots in the Christian religion. The thorny leaves represent the crown of thorns that Jesus wore when he was crucified. The berries are said to represent drops of blood that Jesus shed because of the thorns. In Scandinavia, this flower is more commonly known as the Christ Thorn.
and lastly, poinsettias. The shape of the poinsettia flower and leaves is sometimes thought of as a symbol of the star of Bethlehem that led the wise men to Jesus. The red leaves symbolize the blood of Christ. the white leaves represent its purity.
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(cover image by kubrick good)
