The Holly and The Narcissus (Paperwhite)
December’s flowers may be very different from each other—one being a bulb and the other an evergreen shrub—but they both symbolize hope!
What Are the Flowers for the Month of December?
The December birth flowers are holly and narcissus (specifically, the paperwhite).
The Holly
Holly symbolizes a wish for domestic happiness.
Although some animals and birds enjoy holly berries, they are semi-toxic to humans.
The good news is that deer tend to avoid eating holly due to their sharp leaves, which makes them a deer-resistant plant for gardens.
The Narcissus (Paperwhite)
Narcissus conveys that you want your beloved to stay just the way they are.
While there are many types of flowers in the genus Narcissus (including the daffodil), the paperwhite is the winter-growing variety and the birth flower for December.
Learn More
- See more Birth Month Flowers.
- See Birthstones by Month!
- Check out our Birthdays Page to find fun birthday facts, history, folklore, and more!
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Sadly, the paper white is not hardy n my area of New Jersey. I usually toss the bulbs after blooming, but last year I put the pot in the garage and when I found then this fall, I saw green tips sprouting. I have since repotted the bulbs which likely will not bloom as they are spent, but one can never tell!
I have a lovely holly tree that is a volunteer. It has been in the yard for about 4 or 5 years now and stands 6'. It is a female and LOADED with berries. No thoters in the area that I know of so I wonder where the seed and also where the male may be located.
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