Flower for each day of May
- 1Edelweiss — precious memories and courage
- 2Lily of the Valley — return of happiness and purity
- 3Clematis — beauty of the mind, a traveler's joy
- 4Iris — good news, a message, hope
- 5Iris — good news, a message, hope
- 6Gardenia — I'm so happy, bringing joy
- 7Statice — an unchanging heart and lasting memory
- 8Rhododendron — dignity, majesty and danger
- 9Princess Tree — nobility
- 10Iris — good news, a message, hope
- 11Nasturtium — patriotism and victory
- 12Astilbe — love arriving and freedom
- 13Iris — good news, a message, hope
- 14Columbine — foolishness
- 15Carnation — pure, deep love
- 16Allium — deep sorrow and a just cause
- 17Persian Violet — I love you
- 18Primrose — first love and longing
- 19Satsuki Azalea — temperance
- 20Wood Sorrel — joy and a shining heart
- 21Baby's Breath — a pure heart and innocence
- 22Fuchsia — modest love and trusting love
- 23Godetia — unchanging love and devotion
- 24Heliotrope — devoted love and infatuation
- 25Pansy — thoughtfulness and 'think of me'
- 26Olive — peace and wisdom
- 27Calanthe — modesty and humble love
- 28Amaryllis — pride and chattiness
- 29Columbine — foolishness
- 30Amaryllis — pride and chattiness
- 31Wisteria — tenderness and welcome
Zodiac signs in May
- Taurus — May 1–20
- Gemini — May 21–31
Day-by-day birth flowers come from Japan's tanjōbana (誕生花) calendar, which gives each date its own flowers. Lists vary between sources; we follow one published 366-day table and show up to three flowers per day. Meanings are the traditional hanakotoba, in our own words. Birthstones follow the modern list used by U.S. jewelers (Jewelers of America and the American Gem Trade Association).