The birth flower for May is:  Lily of the Valley

Lily of the valley is a very small and delicate flower with tiny bell shaped blooms. It is usually white, but on very rare occasion it will be pink. Lily of the valley is a very fragile flower and as a result is somewhat expensive. Along with being the birth flower for May it also means sweetness, a return of happiness, purity of heart, you made my life complete, and protection from evil spirits.

Fun Fact: Kate Middleton used this flower in her bridal bouquet.

 

The Dutch

After a Dutch wedding, the couple’s friends and family plant lily-of-the-valley around their home and in their garden to symbolize love’s renewing powers. Each year when the lilies of the valley bloom again, the couple are reminded of their vows.

 

 

Sources: https://echelonflorist.wordpress.com/2012/04/30/flower-of-the-week-27/  Flower Of The Week

Behind the Song: The Lily of the Valley - Diana Leagh Matthews

 

 

 

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