Months of the Year

In many Western countries, the months of the year are traditionally associated with flowers and gemstone. Whilst the details vary considerably between countries, the following combinations are widely recognised in the UK and North America.

Month Flowers Gemstones
January Carnation, Snowdrop Garnet
February Primrose,Violet Amethyst
March Jonquil, Violet Aquamarine, Bloodstone
April Daisy, Sweet Pea Diamond
May Hawthorn, Lily of the Valley Emerald
June Honeysuckle, Rose Alexandrite, Moonstone, Pearl
July Larkspur, Water Lily Ruby
August Gladiolus, Poppy Peridot, Sardonyx
September Aster, Morning Glory Sapphire
October Calendula, Cosmos Opal,Tourmaline
November Chrysanthemum Topaz
December Holly, Narcissus, Poinsettia Turquoise, Zircon