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Autumn is in the air on this special episode of Life In Bloom. The bounty of Autumn Harvest- from pumpkins, to ears of stained glass corn, to chrysanthemums, and even roses crafted from colorful leaves, all play a part in these inviting flower arrangements. Plus an Autumn table-scape, and a tempting cocktail to celebrate the Autumn Harvest season.

Episode #414- Autumn Harvest

Host J Schwanke explores tropical blooms and themes. Included: a large-scale party centerpiece, lei making, wall art made with tropical foliage, and a classic tropical cocktail.

Episode #413- Tropical Bloom

We’re looking at ways to re-use, re-purpose, and recycle - including upcycling thrift store vases, I’ll get some help building a compost bin from palettes, we’ll also recycle leftovers and even a flower arrangement - on today’s Life In Bloom.

Episode #412- What Goes Around

oday’s Life In Bloom is all about the very popular Hydrangea. We’ll visit a flower farm that grows Hydrangea, arrange with Garden Hydrangea, as well as create simple and elaborate bouquets - there’s even a Hydrangea Cocktail! Cheers!.

Episode 411- Hooray for Hydrangea

Today’s Life In Bloom reminds us that arranging flowers doesn’t need to be complicated. We’ll review simple ways to display flowers for a great pick-me-up, show how to chop and drop to increase creativity, add floral flavors to simple syrup, and visit a Sunflower field for pictures and more.

Episode #410 – Simply Flowers

Birds and flowers combine for a flight of fancy. Host J Schwanke learns tips for photographing hummingbirds, shows off vintage vases, and explores sculpting with willow branches.

Episode #409- Birds of a Feather

Host J Schwanke shares his love of dogs, specifically an affinity for Cocker Spaniels. Topics include collecting, terrariums and planters, garden stones, wearable flowers, and a minty treat.

Episode #408- Patron Saints of Merriment

Today I bring you glad tidings - literally. Gladiolus are in the spotlight - I’ll have tips on planting, care and handling, and create both simple and impressive arrangements.

Episode #407- Glad Tidings

Today on Life In Bloom, our projects are infused with facets of Italy and Italian culture.  I’ll create an arrangement in a Della Robbia style and a bouquet with lemons - reflecting the famous Amalfi coast. Plus we’ll enjoy some Italian and food, spirits, and inspiration with my friend Chef Jenna.

Episode #406- Fiore Italia

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Episode #405 – From the Earth

Today on Life In Bloom, the blooms are alive with the sounds of music. We’ll visit with the composer of the music heard on the show, we’ll learn about a beverage infused with flowers and sound, and I’ll create a couple of music inspired flower arrangements.

Episode #404- Waltz of the Flowers

J visits the Stock fields in California- and his friends at Joseph & Sons!

Episode #403- Flower Spice

It’s all about the color green. J explores greens - in foliage as well as flowers that are green, including an unexpected dozen roses. Then, J visits with award-winning children’s book author Laurie Keller to learn how the green grass grows, and shares the Verdant Lady cocktail.

Episode #402- Bein’ Green

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Episode #401 – Flowers Care

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Episode #313- Bloom Happy

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

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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

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Episode #308- Coffee, Tea, or Flowers?

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

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

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

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Episode 212- Flowers to Wear and Share

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Episode 211- Flowers- Nature’s Rainbow

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Episode 210- Everything’s Coming up Roses

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

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!

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!

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

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

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

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

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!

Host J Schwanke goes on location to two Florida foliage growers to show you this beautiful staple of the plant world, along with several inspired ways to use these long-lasting plants.

Episode 109- All Foliage: Living Green

J Schwanke shares the positive effects of Flowers on the Flower Power Show of Life in Bloom!

Episode 108- Flower Power

J Schwanke's Life in Bloom shows tips and tricks for including Fruit in your Flower arrangements!

Episode 107- Out on a Limb- with Fruit and Flowers!

J Schwanke tours Tulip Time- and a farm that grows tulips year round.

Episode 106- Tulips: Year-Round Spring

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