Ep.4: The Sweet Pea Queen: Flower Farmer Marryn Mathis on Her Passion for Growing and Sharing Sweet Peas

Learn How To Grow Sweet Peas with Flower Farmer Marryn MathisIf you're listening, get ready to be inspired by the world of sweet peas in this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast. Host Jennifer Gulizia welcomes her friend Marryn Mathis from The Farmhouse Flower Farm, a renowned flower farmer in Stanwood, Washington. Marryn is known for her incredible dahlia field and her expertise in growing sweet peas.In this episode, Jennifer and Marryn dive deep into all things sweet peas. They discuss Marryn's passion for these beautiful flowers and the emotional connection they hold for her. Marryn shares heartwarming stories of the impact sweet peas have had on people's lives, from bringing back cherished memories to providing comfort during difficult times.In addition to sweet peas, Jennifer and Marryn touch on the topic of dahlias. They discuss the joys and challenges of growing dahlias from seed and the thrill of hybridizing new varieties. Marryn's dedication to her craft is evident as she shares her experiences and insights.You will hear about the importance of following your passion and finding joy in what you grow. You will be encouraged to embrace the learning process, even in the face of challenges, and to never give up on their dreams.So, if you're ready to immerse yourself in the world of sweet peas and gain valuable insights from a seasoned flower farmer, tune in to this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast. Jennifer and Marryn's enthusiasm and expertise will leave you inspired to let your backyard bloom with the beauty of sweet peas.In this episode, you’ll hear about: 00:02:24 - Marryn's Background and Journey into Flower Farming 00:05:10 - Marryn's Favorite Flower and The Emotional Connection 00:13:01 - Sweet Peas as a Family Affair 00:18:03 - Starting with Sweet Peas and Learning Along the Way 00:21:33 - Sweet Pea School Workshop Details 00:25:06 - Tips for Beginners Growing Sweet Peas 00:30:47 - Challenges and Struggles with Growing Sweet Peas 00:33:02 - Sweet Pea Growing Success Tips 00:36:00 - Harvesting and Selling Sweet Pea Seeds 00:42:01 - The Process of Breeding and Releasing Dahlias 00:43:52 - The Future of Hybridizing Sweet Peas 00:49:17 - Marryn's Upcoming Sweet Pea Book 00:57:30 - Marryn's Top Sweet Pea Varieties and Seed Sale PreviewShow Notes: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/01/09/growing-sweet-peas-with-marryn-mathis***Rate, Review, & Follow The Backyard Bouquet***If you enjoyed this episode, will you please consider leaving the podcast a review? Your review helps make the podcast more discoverable to others and allows me to continue creating more episodes. I'd love to know what you enjoyed most about the episode.New episodes are coming every Tuesday to help keep your garden blooming!JOIN THE BACKYARD BOUQUET COMMUNITY ON FACEBOOKhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowergardeningSign up for my newsletter: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.myflodesk.com/nlw4wua8s3The Flowering Farmhouse: Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | Website