Ep. 48: Sweet Pea School: Marryn Mathis on Growing, Breeding, and the Magic of Sweet Peas

This special episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast features returning guest Marryn Mathis, founder of The Farmhouse Flower Farm and widely known as the Sweet Pea Queen. Marryn joins the show to celebrate the release of her debut book, Sweet Pea School, a comprehensive guide to growing, nurturing, and enjoying these fragrant, timeless blooms.In this conversation, Marryn shares her journey from flower farmer to published author, the inspiration behind her book, and invaluable tips for successfully growing sweet peas—no matter your climate. We also explore the fascinating history of sweet peas, the art of breeding new varieties, and the deep emotional connection flowers bring to our lives.Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting your floral journey, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a love for all things sweet peas. Tune in to discover why these fragrant flowers are having a moment in the gardening world and how you can cultivate them in your own space.👉 Episode Highlights: How a student’s suggestion led Marryn to write Sweet Pea School The surprising origins of sweet peas and their journey to popularity Common mistakes gardeners make when growing sweet peas Why sweet peas don’t need to be soaked before planting The importance of timing and variety selection for success Marryn’s personal connection to sweet peas and how they shaped her farming journey📚 Grab a copy of Sweet Pea School: https://amzn.to/4bhrYR6🌸 Connect with Marryn https://www.instagram.com/thefarmhouseflowerfarm/ 💐 Visit Marryn’s Website: https://thefarmhouseflowerfarm.com/Show Notes: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/2025/02/25/ep-48-growing-sweet-peas-with-marryn-mathis/Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/thefloweringfarmhousenewsletter***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 every week to help keep your garden blooming!