🌸 Primrose meaning & symbolism
The primrose is a birth flower for February and traditionally symbolises young love and new beginnings. Primroses are pale yellow woodland flowers that are among the first to bloom in spring.
Primrose facts
- The name comes from the Latin prima rosa, meaning "first rose", although it is not related to roses.
- Primroses have been used in traditional remedies and in salads.
- They are an early source of nectar for bees.
The other February birth flower is the violet. See the February birthstone and birth flowers.
Birth flowers by month
- Jan · Carnation
- Jan · Snowdrop
- Feb · Violet
- Feb · Primrose
- Mar · Daffodil
- Mar · Jonquil
- Apr · Daisy
- Apr · Sweet pea
- May · Lily of the valley
- May · Hawthorn
- Jun · Rose
- Jun · Honeysuckle
- Jul · Larkspur
- Jul · Water lily
- Aug · Gladiolus
- Aug · Poppy
- Sep · Aster
- Sep · Morning glory
- Oct · Marigold
- Oct · Cosmos
- Nov · Chrysanthemum
- Dec · Narcissus
- Dec · Holly
Frequently asked questions
What does the primrose symbolise?
The primrose traditionally symbolises young love and new beginnings.
What month is the primrose the birth flower for?
The primrose is a birth flower for February. The other February birth flower is the violet.