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. EXPERT
AUTHOR: Marryn Mathis (a.k.a. the Sweet Pea Queen) is a champion of and authority on sweet
peas. Her Farmhouse Flower Farm is one of the foremost flower farms in the United States with
a robust mail-order business social media following and online and in-person workshops that
regularly sell out. The farm was featured on the Magnolia Network's Growing Floret and Mathis
is a flower consultant to Joanna Gaines. COMPREHENSIVE FLOWER GUIDE: Sweet peas are beloved for
their romantic petals intoxicating scent and range of vibrant colors from pale peach to deep
mauve. They're easy to grow--in pots or beds for cut flowers or your garden--and they attract
beneficial pollinators. Sweet Pea School is full of actionable advice and step-by-step
instructions for planting growing harvesting and arranging sweet peas no matter your
experience level. Flower farmers and gardeners looking for a hardworking resource and growing
guide on sweet peas will find everything they need here. FLOWER LOVERS' GIFT: Brimming with
gorgeous imagery of sweet peas on the vine the farm at sunrise and stunning floral
arrangements this volume offers an enchanting peek into the life of a flower farmer. It makes
an inspired gift for hobbyists as well as experienced florists and gardeners. Flower lovers
design aficionados and decorators will delight in the beauty and creative fodder in these
pages. Display it on a coffee table alongside a vase or a beautiful tray. Perfect for:
Gardeners of all levels Flower farmers growers and florists Followers of
@thefarmhouseflowerfarm and those who have attended their workshops or buy their seeds People
who enjoy flower arranging Interior designers and artists looking for inspiration Fans of
Floret Farm and Joanna Gaines Gift givers looking for a Mother's Day housewarming birthday
or holiday presents
