The 6 Best Flowers for Virgos and What They Mean

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Get to know this special zodiac sign’s botanical pairings

Co-authored by Angel Eyedealism and Luke Smith, MFA

Last Updated: May 7, 2025 References

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Virgos, born August 23-September 22, are one of the most upright and dignified astrological signs, and the flowers associated with them tend to have the same qualities. Delicate petals, strong stems, and hypnotic intricacy are all key traits for any flower worthy of sitting on a Virgo’s windowsill. Whether you’re looking for a gift for a special Virgo in your life or wanting a personalized bouquet for yourself, we’ll fill you in on the best flowers for Virgos. We’ll also give you a rundown of Virgos’ most prominent traits and birthstone, so you can get to know this sign better.

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Chrysanthemums are the primary flower of Virgos, reflecting the sign’s intricate beauty and vibrant outlook on life.
Asters are a Virgo’s secondary flower, demonstrating their delicate nature and lasting resilience.
Poppies also call to mind a Virgo’s vivid passion and nourishing but sensitive personality.

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Virgo Flowers

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Chrysanthemum Virgos arrange their lives with thoughtful precision, so that every moment glimmers with a harmonious neatness. What better flower than the intricately beautiful chrysanthemum to represent their meticulous intelligence? The chrysanthemum’s hypnotic rings of petals add up to more than the sum of their parts, just as a Virgo’s small but thoughtful efforts add up to a full and mindful life.
- Chrysanthemums were first cultivated in China many centuries ago, where they were used in cooking and teas. In Japan, there was even a festival dedicated to the flower’s bright cheer, the National Chrysanthemum Day of Happiness.^{[1]
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Aster Asters are the birth flower for the month of September, so it’s no wonder they share many traits with Virgos. These small garden sentinels bloom into the fall, when other flowers have long since gone dormant, which reflects a Virgo’s commitment to the details, even when other signs might not care to linger.^{[2]
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Research source} Their long, delicate petals call to mind a Virgo’s exacting precision and careful personal touch.
- “Aster” is Greek for “star.” The ancient Greeks believed that asters came from the tears of the goddess Astraea as she mourned the Earth’s corruption. This makes asters something of a silver lining in any garden or bouquet.
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Poppy Poppies are one of August’s birth flowers, which makes them ideal for August Virgos. Their bright red color calls to mind a Virgo’s passion, and their delicate petals represent a Virgo’s delicate touch and keen sensitivity. Their name comes from the latin “pappa,” which means milk, a reference to the milk-like sap stored in their stems.^{[3]
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Research source} This serves as a reminder of the generous and nourishing presence of Virgos.
- Poppies are often used as a symbol of remembrance, particularly in World War 1 memorial ceremonies, thanks to the bright red poppies that bloom even on ruined battlefields.^{[4]
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Buttercup Buttercups come in a wide range of colors, from pinks to reds to yellows, but their straight stalks and tidy blossoms evoke Virgos’ trademark ability to make order from chaos.^{[5]
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Research source} While gorgeous on their own, these little pops of color elevate any bouquet or arrangement, just like how Virgos perfectly complement any group they’re in, adapting to the needs of the people around them.
- There are over 600 species of buttercups, and they come in all shapes and sizes, which is a great reminder that, though we tend to think of Virgos as rigid or inflexible (like a buttercup’s stalk), they possess a great amount of versatility
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Narcissus Narcissus is a family of about 40 species of elegant flowers (most notably the daffodil), each with a striking “cup” in the center. Their bulbs are often poisonous, but have long been used in various medicines, and their oils in fragrant perfumes.^{[6]
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Research source} This transformation of something dangerous into something useful and even beautiful is a strong parallel to a Virgo’s knack for making the most of even the trickiest situations with their quick and logical thinking.
- Narcissus are named for the character in Greek mythology, and their stooped flowers recall his leaning over the pool to fall in love with his own reflection. While it’s true that Virgos can be a bit prideful, their connection with Narcissus has more to do with their capacity for self-reflection.
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St. John’s Wort St. John’s Wort is a unique flower, as it doesn’t grow from a single root system, but rather from a network of rhizomes that creep along the ground.^{[7]
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Research source} This tight connection to the earth calls to mind a Virgo’s grounded nature and commitment to steady progress. The flower is also used in a number of medicinal applications, and can treat depression and anxiety.^{[8]
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Go to source} This reflects a Virgo’s care, affection, and drive to aid the people closest to them.
- St. John’s Wort is named after the saint John the Baptist, on whose feast day this flower famously blooms.

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Virgos are careful, intentional, and keen. They always need to feel useful, whether that means helping someone else or getting their own projects done. Virgos are also full of ideas, but their methodical nature sometimes makes pursuing all of those ideas a chaotic process. They tend to be a bit judgemental, but only because they strive for perfection, and want the same for others.^{[9]
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- Virgos are also incredibly loyal, kind, and hardworking, which is part of what makes them attractive. Having a Virgo on your team is an invaluable asset, as they’re driven and passionate in their work.
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Virgos are an Earth sign. Earth signs also include Taurus and Capricorn, and are ruled by the element (you guessed it) earth. Earth signs are practical and hardworking, and are quick to make and execute a plan that’ll lead them to success. They’re also deeply grounded to the material world, with close connections to their bodies, their environment, and the objects and people around them.^{[10]
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- Earth signs tend to prefer routines, and once they’ve found a comfortable pattern, it can be tricky to push them out of it.
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Virgo’s ruling planet is Mercury. Every sign also has a ruling planet, which can influence their traits. Virgos share a ruling planet, Mercury, with Geminis. Those ruled by Mercury have an innate yearning for exploration and travel. They also love gossip and talking about the latest drama, though they know how to do so tactfully. Finally, signs ruled by Mercury are eloquent and quick-thinking.^{[11]
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- Mercury signs also tend to be a bit nervous, and are always on the lookout for danger or anything that might disrupt their routine.
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Virgo’s modality is mutable. Every sign also has a modality, which describes how they put out their energy and react to the world around them. Virgos are mutable, which means that, while they enjoy routine, they also look forward to change. They’re constantly some combination of old and new, taking up new habits and views as they need them. They’re also able to sense when change is on the horizon, and prepare for it beforehand.^{[12]
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- Other mutable signs are Gemini, Sagittarius, and Pisces.
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Virgo’s gemstone is the sapphire. Also the September birthstone, this precious gem’s hypnotic, deep blue color is hard to look away from. It’s sensible, strong, and elegant, just like a Virgo. Sapphires are often said to symbolize truth, nobility, and faithfulness.^{[13]
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- Traditionally, sapphires are said to protect their owners from envy or harm, and symbolized the heavens in ancient art.