Brandy answers “What is the name of the red flower that...”

Tayler K asked this question about The Grace Year:

What is the name of the red flower that Tierney sees throughout the book?

Brandy I think it is the scarlet pimpernel which has been used in literature before and is a common annual weed flower that grows close to the ground in Euro…moreI think it is the scarlet pimpernel which has been used in literature before and is a common annual weed flower that grows close to the ground in Europe and the US. It can symbolize daring, and courage, and in some cultures, it is believed that the plant can be used to ward off evil spirits, and in others, it is said to bring good luck. In England, the Scarlet Pimpernel is sometimes called "shepherd's weatherglass" because the flowers only open in the sunshine, and so can be used to predict the weather.(less)

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