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.
1 Sow seeds outdoors 4 to 6 weeks before last spring frost, when soil temperatures reach 45 degrees F. See this blog for tips on when to start planting peas. 2  Plant 1 inch deep (deeper if soil is dry) and 2 inches apart.  Get them in the ground while the soil is still cool but do not have them sit too long in wet soil.