There are several potential sources from which the word Hoo Rah originated. 1  The term may have come from Middle High German of 1580â90 hurren meaning to move fast, which was formed into hurra and from which the English hurry comes. 2  It is still used in the Netherlands during celebrations in the form of hoera..
1 Early sowing is one of the secrets of sweet peas. 2  In Zone 7 or colder, plant them in very late winter or early spring as soon as the soil is dry enough to work. ( 3 Do not wait until frost.) In the coldest parts of the country, get a jump on the season by starting sweet peas indoors in six-packs or Jiffy pots.
Pick a range of varieties. Sweet peas come in a huge array of colors and patterns. Most will grow to 5 or 6 feet, but there are shorter varieties bush type that are well-suited to containers. To extend the blooming season, choose a few different types. Read the seed packets to find varieties that bloom early (âshort-dayâ) and late (âlong dayâ). Although most sweet peas are annuals, you can also get perennial sweet peas (Lathyrus latifolia). Start early