Gladiolus meaning
Named after the Latin word for sword because of its long, blade-like leaves, the gladiolus stands for strength of character, integrity and remembrance.
Symbolism: Strength of character, integrity.
Poppy meaning
Bright red poppies are known around the world as a flower of remembrance. Poppies also stand for imagination and peaceful dreams.
Symbolism: Remembrance, imagination.
Gift and tattoo ideas
August babies have gladiolus and poppy as their birth flowers. For a birthday, a bouquet with both flowers, or a card in their colors, makes a thoughtful gift. Birth flower tattoos often pair the two blooms on one stem, sometimes with the names or birth months of children or partners. You can also combine the birth flowers of the whole family in one bouquet with the free bouquet maker below.
