Description
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.
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
- Gift givers looking for a Mother's Day, housewarming, birthday, or holiday presents
About the Author
Marryn Mathis is the owner of The Farmhouse Flower Farm, a ten-acre family-run flower farm located in the Pacific Northwest that she shares with her husband and sons. Mathis is known for her incredible sweet peas, earning her the title "Sweet Pea Queen." She hosts annual online and in-person Sweet Pea School workshops and sells farm-grown seeds, bulbs, and tubers for all kinds of flowers through her website. Mathis was featured in the documentary Growing Floret on the Magnolia Network.
Book Information
ISBN 9781797228426
Author Marryn Mathis
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Chronicle Books
Publisher Chronicle Books
