From experienced flower farmer and reigning “Sweet Pea Queen” Marryn Mathis comes this gorgeous, instructive guide to growing and harvesting your own sweet peas. With their delicate petals, whimsical vines, and intoxicating scent, sweet peas are some of the most nostalgic and beloved blooms–and they’re easy to grow. Known for the vibrant kaleidoscope of varieties she cultivates on her Washington farm, Marryn Mathis shares her deep knowledge and passion for sweet peas, taking you on an informative journey through her fields and teaching you how to plant, grow, harvest, and arrange a bounty of spectacular flowers. Inspired by Mathis’s popular “Sweet Pea School” workshops, this gardening book is a master class in sweet peas, sharing: The history of this timeless flower Best practices for planting and growing An overview of popular varieties Step-by-step instructions for creating magnificent floral arrangements Plus, Mathis’s inspiring personal story of becoming a flower farmer and building The Farmhouse Flower Farm Overflowing with stunning photos of colorful varietals, romantic bouquets, and gardens in full bloom, this modern guide to sweet peas is a must-have resource for gardeners, farmers, and florists of all levels, as well as designers and creatives eager for inspiration.
