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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.

Winter in Bloom

26m 46s

J shows ways to enjoy flowers in winter and for the holidays - beyond the traditional red and green - in this episode of Life in Bloom. J arranges with hydrangea blooms, creates a silver and white centerpiece – and decorates for the holidays with unexpected colors combinations. Some flower arrangements also call for – a chance of snow?

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    Let’s Go Dutch

    S6 E602 - 26m 46s

    This episode of Life in Bloom focuses on the influence of Dutch culture on flowers. Visit a second-generation flower farm, Oregon Flowers, founded by Dutch immigrants. J creates a hand tied bouquet with flourish, arranges flowers in Delft pottery, and mimics flower paintings by arranging in the style of the Dutch masters. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.

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    Butterflies in Bloom

    S6 E601 - 26m 46s

    In this episode, butterflies are on the brain. J takes viewers to a garden blooming with butterflies at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, where he also finds inspiration for flower arrangements. J is joined by flower friend Cecelia for a butterfly project and a butterfly cocktail. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.

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