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.
Pea Growing and Harvest Information. Where to Grow Peas. Peas are a cool season vegetable, and do best in a climate where there are two months of cool growing weather, either spring planting in the northern regions or fall planting in the warmer, southern regions. They are hardy to frost and light freezes.