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Host J Schwanke reminds viewers to take time to enjoy what makes them happy - including flowers. Included: fragrant flowers, novelty arrangements, and a visit to the historic San Francisco Flower Mart.

Episode #313- Bloom Happy

Behind the Bloom - Kara makes “J” Cookies…with J!

Behind the Bloom – Kara makes “J” Cookies…with J!

SunFlowers- Sunshine Flower Episode #312

Episode #312- Sunshine Flowers – Sunflower

Most people – including myself – could stand to spend a bit more time with nature. On today’s show, we’ll do just that by visiting a Nature Center, learn how to tap trees, create a backyard butterfly nursery – and I’ll share a couple of recipes too.

Episode #311- Nature Centered

Episode #310- Water: Nature’s Life Force

Mum’s the word, today on Life In Bloom, Chrysanthemum, that is. We’ll explore the many shapes sizes and colors of this durable, long-lasting flower. We’ll learn how they’re grown, I’ll show you a fun craft, we’ll even have a Chrysanthemum Cocktail - say that 3 times fast!

Episode #309- Mum’s the Word

Behind the Bloom - Franciscan “Flower Vessels”

Behind the Bloom – Franciscan Flower Vessels

Coffee Tea and Flowers

Episode #308- Coffee, Tea, or Flowers?

Behind the Bloom - Ms. Margo’s Organic Goat Milk Soap!

Behind the Bloom – Ms. Margo’s Organic Goat Milk Soap!

Celebrating Life with Flowers

Episode #307- Flowers for Celebrating Life

On this episode of Life In Bloom we’re cultivating a passion for purple. I’ll show you precious violets, easy centerpieces, and a regal showstopper with Lilacs. We’ll also visit a Clematis farm in Florida and create a Lavender Martini.

Episode #306- Purple Passion

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Episode #305- Lilies in Bloom

Today on Life In Bloom, plants, blooming and otherwise, are the focus. We’ll look at ways plants can improve the health of your home, we’ll include a plant in a beautiful bouquet, and experience a bit of Monstera madness.

Episode #304 – Plants & Flowers for a Healthy Home

Behind the Bloom_Aberdeen Apiary and Beekeeper Jason!

Behind the Bloom: Aberdeen Apiary and Beekeeper Jason!

Today on Life In Bloom we’re all about pollinators and pollination. Bees, Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Dragonflies, even Bats – all have critical functions that contribute to growing flowers and food. We’ll learn what Pollinators do and discover ways to assist them in their vital pollinating activities.

Episode #303- Pollinators in Bloom

Hearts & Flowers is a popular sentiment and the focus of today’s episode. We’ll take a look at several ways Hearts & Flowers combine to express feelings of love to those who are special to us, today on Life In Bloom.

Episode 302- Hearts and Flowers

Behind the Bloom_The Flowers Fields at Carlsbad Ranch

Behind the Bloom: The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch

Host J Schwanke visits the world-famous Flower Fields in California, and learns its history. Also included: “fields” to grow in your own garden, flowers to hang on a wall, and a flatbread flower field.

Episode 301- Fields of Flowers

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Episode 213- Vegetables and Flowers

Behind the Bloom_Flowers to Wear with Angela Cunningham!

Behind the Bloom: Flowers to Wear with Angela Cunningham!

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Episode 212- Flowers to Wear and Share

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Episode 211- Flowers- Nature’s Rainbow

Behind the Bloom_Rose Parade Floats

Behind the Bloom: Rose Parade Floats

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Episode 210- Everything’s Coming up Roses

Behind the Bloom_Ladybird Footprint Flower Art!

Behind the Bloom: Ladybird Footprint Flower Art!

Behind the Bloom_Flower Reading with Ms. Margo

Behind the Bloom: Flower Reading with Ms. Margo!

Host J Schwanke explores two of his favorite topics:
Pets & Flowers! Flora and fauna are inextricably
linked; and both provide stress and anxiety relief.
J visits with his pet communicator. Pets are the
inspiration for an arrangement, a recipe, a craft,
and a cocktail.

Episode 209- Pets and Flowers

Behind the Bloom_With Goats and my Friend Katie Kuipers

Behind the Bloom with Goats and my friend Katie Kuipers

Host J Schwanke explores all things lavender, relax
and rejuvenate with lavender plantings, hand crafted
soaps, making a dried lavender bottle, and delight
the taste buds with a honey lavender cheesecake—
get lost in lavender!

Episode 208- All About Lavender!

BTB_with Jenn Pasqua and  unexpected flower vases!

Behind the Bloom with Jenn Pascua &  unexpected flower vases!

Host J Schwanke shows you how to think “outside
the vase” when it comes to arranging & displaying
your flowers. J visits an Antique Market, uses found
containers, and upcycles existing ones—the
possibilities are endless!

Episode 207- Thinking outside the Vase!

Host J Schwanke shows you how to incorporate container gardens into any living situation. Anyone can enjoy container garden and de-stress with the bounty you can grow for food, drink, and entertaining.

Episode 206- The Garden- Contained!

Behind the Bloom_with Dusty Brown and Bonsai Trees

Behind the Bloom_with Dusty Brown and Bonsai Trees

Behind the Bloom_KB Farms - a Visit to Kitayama Brothers

Behind the Bloom: KB Farms – a Visit to Kitayama Brothers

Host J Schwanke explores the wonderful traditions of Japanese Flower Design: Ikebana flower arranging, Zen gardens, and bonsai. He visits a Japanese garden, speaks with a Bonsai Club, and shares his knowledge of Ikebana Flower Design.

Episode 205- Traditional Japanese Flower Arts

Behind the Bloom_With Grace Boersma and Marimo Moss Balls

Behind the Bloom: With Grace Boersma and Marimo Moss Balls

Host J Schwanke gives a peek into the magic of moss. Moss isn’t just for deep hikes in the woods. In this episode, moss takes over arranging, home décor, baking, and cocktail making—bringing its wonder and awe into daily life.

Episode 204- The Gift of the Forest

Behind the Bloom_Hope Dahlias

Behind the Bloom: Hope Dahlias

This colorful Dahlia flower craft is featured on J Schwanke's Life in Bloom- Flowers in Season Episode 203

Episode 203- Beauty from the Flower Farm – Flowers in Season

Behind the Bloom - Eufloria’s Farmers Market

Behind the Bloom – Eufloria’s Farmers Market

Behind the Bloom_Crane Dance Farm

Behind the Bloom: Crane Dance Farm

Let's look at ways to create our own Life in Bloom with the Bounty from the Farmers Market

Episode 202- From Farm to Plate & Vase

Join J Schwanke as he helps you arrange flowers from your garden

Episode 201- Arrangements from the Garden

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Season 2 Premiere – Watch List

Host J Schwanke shares what you need to know to experience the joy of orchids. Visit an orchid farm, create an orchid wreath, and most important: learn how to care for your orchid plants.

Episode 113- Demystifying Orchids

J explores Terrariums and Life under Glass on this Episode of J Schwanke's Life in Bloom!

Episode 112- Terrariums: Life under Glass

J explores the art of flowers this week on "J Schwanke's Life in Bloom"

Episode 111- The Art of Flowers

Host J Schwanke shares some history of the flower frog—a device used to help arrange flowers. Whether man-made or natural, this tool has many applications when it comes to arranging and entertaining.

Episode 110- A Flower Arranger’s Best Friend!