July Birth Flower (Larkspur) Meaning & Symbolism

The larkspur is the birth flower of July, carrying the meaning of lightness, levity, and an open heart. The month’s alternate bloom is the water lily, symbolizing purity and enlightenment.

Origin & History

The July Birth Flower (Larkspur) (💜) comes from The Victorian language of flowers (floriography) and older folk traditions. In the Victorian language of flowers, the larkspur spoke of lightness. Gifting someone their birth flower is a centuries-old way of saying you see their nature — for July, that nature is lightness.

Spiritual Meaning

In the Victorian language of flowers, the larkspur spoke of lightness. Gifting someone their birth flower is a centuries-old way of saying you see their nature — for July, that nature is lightness.

Modern Usage

Today July birth flower tattoos, prints, and bouquets are everywhere — the larkspur appears in personalized jewelry, birth-flower necklaces, and birthday gifts that say more than a card can.