The Story Of Heather
When the World was Created, the Hillsides were bare and it was decided that a plant was needed to Beautify the slopes.
The giant "Oak", strongest of all Trees, was asked but he declined saying that the soil was too shallow for him to take root and flourish.
Then the Yellow-flowered "Honeysuckle", was asked if she would spread her beauty and fragrance throughout the hills. She, too refused because there was nothing in the inhospitable terrain against which she could grow.
The "Rose", sweetest of all the flowers, was the next choice. However, she expained that she would not be able to survive the hillside's bitter winds and driving rain.
Then a small low lying green shrub with ting petals, some Purple, some White, was chanced upon.
It Was Heather!
The "Heather", was asked, "Will you grow upon the Hillsides to make them more beautiful?"
The "Heather" reflected on the poor soil and harsh climate and was not sure whether she could do the job; but, to the delight of all, she replied that if they wanted her to try, she would do her very best.
They were all so pleased with the "Heather", that they decied to bestow Three Gifts upon her.
The Strength of the "Oak" - the bark of the "Heather" is stronger than that of any other Tree or Shurb.
The fragrance of the "Honeysuckle" - the "Heather's" gentle fragrance is used to Perfume Soaps, Potpourris, and Cosmetics.
The sweetness of the "Rose" - the sweetness of the "Heather" makes her one of the Bee's favorite flowers.
And to this day "Heather" is renowned for these Three Gifts as she fulfills her task.
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