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Many celebrations happen in August, from National Root Beer Float Day to National Relaxation Day or even National Dog Day. If you have friends or family with birthdays in August, celebrate their August birthdays with one of these birth month flower gifts!
August falls right in that sweet spot of summer into fall. The temperatures are still warm, the kids start preparing to return to school, and as the summer ends, there’s still plenty of sunlight well into the evening.
“August is the border between summer and autumn; it is the most beautiful month I know.” ―Tove Jansson
What is the Birth Month Flower for August?
August’s birth flowers are the gladiolus and the poppy. These two flowers signify remembrance, calm, pleasure, and success. Perfect flowers for this late summer month!
Botanical Background of Gladiolus and the Poppy
Gladiolus: The gladiolus is a flowering plant from the iris family, Iridaceae. Sometimes referred to as the sword lily, the gladiolus is typically found growing in Asia, Mediterranean Europe, South Africa, and tropical Africa.
The Poppy: Most poppies are found across the Northern Hemisphere and are most often cultivated as garden ornamentals. California is particularly rich with brilliant poppy flowers. From the poppy family Papaveraceae, the flowers usually have four to six petals with numerous stamens.
Gift Ideas for August Birth Flowers
Poppy Flower Ring
Made with gold and silver, this ring is adjustable in size and could work in dressy or casual situations. Great for someone who loves jewelry but isn’t looking for bold pieces.
Van Zyverden Gladiolus – Tropical Passion Blend – Set of 25 Bulbs
If they have a garden or any space for adding some to their landscaping, gift them a set of 25 bulbs to plant!
Nature Inspired Resin Ring with Eucalyptus Leaves, Gladiolus Petals and Gold Flakes
This unique, made-to-order ring is bright and colorful – like the gladiolus you’ll find inside the resin. Make it a whole set and buy the matching earrings, necklace, or bracelet.
BOOK: The Gladiolus: Its History, Species and Cultivation
This short and sweet book is an easy choice to add to their horticulture library. First published in 1893, this text is over a century old. It’s a reprint – not an original copy.
Icelandic Poppy Crepe Paper Flower Kit
If the recipient is crafty and likes projects, this DIY paper flower kit would be an outstanding idea! The kit arrives with instructions, patterns, and a video tutorial link to ensure they get it done right!
Gladiolus Cuff Bracelet
This aluminum cuff has a vintage look using a vintage botanical illustration from the 1800s. It pairs perfectly with a summer outfit!
Red Poppy Flower Wall Decals
These red poppies would make for a wonderful piece of wall decor! Since they’re decals, they could easily be removed – awesome ideas for apartments or kids’ rooms.
Gladiolus Flower – Fairy Suncatcher
These angel-shaped suncatchers have a colorful mid-section (based on the gladiolus) to catch the sun wherever you hang it. This suncatcher is small enough to hang from a window or place on a shelf.
Signare Tapestry Toiletry Bag Makeup Organizer bag for Women with Poppy Flower Design
If someone with an August birthday likes to travel or collect makeup and skincare products, this tapestry bag would be an exceptional find.
3D Gladiolus Pop Up Card
When you want to send flowers more economically, send a 3D pop-up card full of the August birth month flower!
PinMart Poppy Flower Enamel Lapel Pin
This pin would make a great addition to their collection for someone who wears lapel pins or uses them to decorate a backpack or tote.
August Flowers Wall Print
This print makes excellent wall decor for the home for a combined gift. Choose a size, pick your edges, and then it can be displayed in a house (maybe the nursery) or an office!
Extra Large Shoulder Tote Bag in Flower Poppy
People can never have enough sturdy tote bags, so why not get one with the August birth flower on it? Made from sturdy canvas, this bag can be used for trips to the store, the beach, picnics, or just anytime they might need a bag.
Poppy and Gladiolus August Birth Flower Vinyl Sticker
Slip a vinyl sticker into a card or package and see where it goes! Vinyl stickers have many uses – stick them on laptops, cars, water bottles, or anywhere they might want to see them!
Gladiolus Beer Can Glass
If they’re iced coffee fans, glasses like these are all the rage on social media! Just get the one for the August birthday.
Poppy Flower Journal
Notebooks are helpful in everyday life! This poppy notebook is spiral-bound and is great for lists, daily notes, and more.
Gladiolus August Birth Month Flower Luxury Personalised Letter Writing Set
You can’t find a more personal touch on a gift than someone’s own name on their own stationery set! This particular set includes a few optional upgrades if you’d like to get more than the traditional set.
California Poppies Flour Sack Towel
Made of high-quality cotton, these towels are ideal for a kitchen or bathroom. These are super absorbent and are machine wash & dry!
California Orange Poppy Ring & Trinket Dish
These bright dishes are made with a high-quality epoxy resin. These poppy dishes are ideal for anyone who loves the flower, gardening, or the colorful orange hue!
Poppy Flowers Metal Wall Sculpture
Handmade from 16 gauge thick steel, these wall hangings are gorgeous for indoor or outdoor decorations. Since they’re made from heavy-duty steel, these gifts will truly last for years to come.
Celebrate August’s birthdays with one of these birth month flower gifts. The gladiolus and the poppy are vivid and bold statement flowers for the Leos and Virgos that you know.
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