During the summer, Maria often visited her grandmother's house in the countryside. Her grandmother had a vast garden filled with colorful flowers and a variety of vegetables. Maria loved spending hours exploring the garden, discovering new plants, and learning about their care. One day, her grandmother showed her a stunning flower called the 'peony'. It was large, fragrant, and vibrant in color. Maria was fascinated by its beauty and asked her grandmother why it was so special.

'The peony is special because it symbolizes prosperity and good fortune,' her grandmother explained. 'Many people believe that having them in their gardens can bring happiness and a good harvest.'