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J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom

Host J Schwanke shows how to bring the beauty of flowers into your surroundings and demonstrates how living a life surrounded by colorful blossoms can reduce stress, instill wellness, and enhance happiness. Season two features techniques for flower arrangement, delicious floral food and cocktail recipes, and fun conversations with guests – from dahlia growers to chiropractors.

Schedule

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    J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom

    Flowers of Hawai'i

    Saturday
    Apr 18

    30 Minutes

    Exploring the flowers of Hawaii at Green Point Nurseries and a flower farm; the flower breeding program at the University of Hawaii; anthurium; arranging; a flower cocktail hour with author Jenny Fiedler.
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    Blooms by the Bay

    Saturday
    Apr 25

    30 Minutes

    Touring the San Francisco Flower Market; arranging flowers with Aaron Peskin; what it takes to be a flower buyer on a grand scale.
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    Topiary in Bloom

    Wednesday
    Apr 29

    30 Minutes

    Visiting a garden with large scale butterfly and flower forms; techniques to create personal topiaries to enjoy at home.
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    Kindness Blooms

    Saturday
    May 2

    30 Minutes

    The theme of kindness is reflected through flowers and more; flower arranging; pet photography; how to embellish a wreath with flowers; a recipe for a cherry galette.

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