Heather is an evergreen shrub of theEricaceae family, native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Its common name comes from the Old English 'hæthor', meaning 'bright'. The plant's small, white, bell-shaped flowers grow along its stems, with each flower consisting of five petals. Heather is often associated with Scottish landscapes due to its abundance there. It blooms between July and October, attracting a variety of insects like bees and butterflies. Traditionally, heather has been used in various ways: as a symbol of good luck and protection against evil spirits; as fuel for fires; and even as a component in herbal remedies.
"The name Heather experienced two peaks of popularity with seven births each in 1984 and 1986, resulting in a total of fourteen babies named Heather during those years."