J Schwanke's Life In Bloom

J SCHWANKE'S LIFE IN BLOOM is a half-hour lifestyle series about flower arrangement, design and instruction. Hosted by J Schwanke - a fourth-generation florist, award-winning author and well-known floral educator - the program aims to help viewers have fun with flowers and incorporate their beauty into their homes and everyday lives. Research shows the presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, eases depression, refreshes memory, heightens feelings of life satisfaction and affects social behavior in a positive manner. The presence of flowers in the workplace also improves workers' idea generation, creative performance and problem-solving skills. Throughout the 13-part series, J teaches viewers how to use flowers to enjoy these benefits and more. The series takes viewers all over the world, touring flower farms, greenhouses, markets, festivals and special events. J also shares his easy arranging tips and techniques, and flower-based food and cocktail recipes. Guests appear in each episode to discuss how flowers intersect with their lives and interests, such as friend P. Allen Smith, who joins J on a trip to Moss Mountain Farm for a tour of the spectacular gardens.

Tue, Jan 13 6:30 A.M. Flower Crafts     NH Create (11.4)

Crafts with a focus on flowers are in store on this episode of Life in Bloom.

Tue, Jan 13 8:30 A.M. Flower Crafts     NH Create (11.4)

Crafts with a focus on flowers are in store on this episode of Life in Bloom.

Tue, Jan 13 2:30 P.M. Flower Crafts     NH Create (11.4)

Crafts with a focus on flowers are in store on this episode of Life in Bloom.

Wed, Jan 14 4:30 A.M. Flower Crafts     NH Create (11.4)

Crafts with a focus on flowers are in store on this episode of Life in Bloom.

Sun, Jan 18 11:00 A.M. Let's Go Dutch     NH Create (11.4)

This episode of Life in Bloom focuses on the influence of Dutch culture on flowers.

Tue, Jan 20 6:30 A.M. Flowers for Now and Later     NH Create (11.4)

Permanent flowers provide many of the same benefits as fresh flowers.

Tue, Jan 20 8:30 A.M. Flowers for Now and Later     NH Create (11.4)

Permanent flowers provide many of the same benefits as fresh flowers.

Tue, Jan 20 2:30 P.M. Flowers for Now and Later     NH Create (11.4)

Permanent flowers provide many of the same benefits as fresh flowers.

Wed, Jan 21 4:30 A.M. Flowers for Now and Later     NH Create (11.4)

Permanent flowers provide many of the same benefits as fresh flowers.

Sun, Jan 25 11:00 A.M. The Stinking Rose     NH Create (11.4)

Tue, Jan 27 6:30 A.M. Fun with Flower Frogs     NH Create (11.4)

Today on Life in Bloom we're going to the Frogs - Flower Frogs, that is.

Tue, Jan 27 8:30 A.M. Fun with Flower Frogs     NH Create (11.4)

Today on Life in Bloom we're going to the Frogs - Flower Frogs, that is.

Tue, Jan 27 2:30 P.M. Fun with Flower Frogs     NH Create (11.4)

Today on Life in Bloom we're going to the Frogs - Flower Frogs, that is.

Wed, Jan 28 4:30 A.M. Fun with Flower Frogs     NH Create (11.4)

Today on Life in Bloom we're going to the Frogs - Flower Frogs, that is.

Sun, Feb 1 11:00 A.M. Woven Together     NH Create (11.4)

J's flower friend Sue Muldoon joins him to explore her passion, weaving.

Tue, Feb 3 6:30 A.M. Honeycomb Blooms     NH Create (11.4)

This episode of Life In Bloom revolves around honey and honeycomb in literal and figurative ways.

Tue, Feb 3 8:30 A.M. Honeycomb Blooms     NH Create (11.4)

This episode of Life In Bloom revolves around honey and honeycomb in literal and figurative ways.

Tue, Feb 3 2:30 P.M. Honeycomb Blooms     NH Create (11.4)

This episode of Life In Bloom revolves around honey and honeycomb in literal and figurative ways.

Wed, Feb 4 4:30 A.M. Honeycomb Blooms     NH Create (11.4)

This episode of Life In Bloom revolves around honey and honeycomb in literal and figurative ways.

Sun, Feb 8 11:00 A.M. Tickled Pink     NH Create (11.4)

This episode of Life in Bloom is tickled pink!

Tue, Feb 10 6:30 A.M. Flower Ingenuity     NH Create (11.4)

Solution to the constant, yet ever-changing challenges in the growing and farming of flowers is in the spotlight.

Tue, Feb 10 8:30 A.M. Flower Ingenuity     NH Create (11.4)

Solution to the constant, yet ever-changing challenges in the growing and farming of flowers is in the spotlight.

Tue, Feb 10 2:30 P.M. Flower Ingenuity     NH Create (11.4)

Solution to the constant, yet ever-changing challenges in the growing and farming of flowers is in the spotlight.

Wed, Feb 11 4:30 A.M. Flower Ingenuity     NH Create (11.4)

Solution to the constant, yet ever-changing challenges in the growing and farming of flowers is in the spotlight.

Sun, Feb 15 11:00 A.M. Flowers & Kids     NH Create (11.4)

On this episode flowers and kids team up for some exciting projects.

Tue, Feb 17 6:30 A.M. Listen to Nature     NH Create (11.4)

Ms. Margo, seer of her clan, joins J in the garden as they listen to and explore messages from nature, including trees, herbs, and, of course, flowers.

Tue, Feb 17 8:30 A.M. Listen to Nature     NH Create (11.4)

Ms. Margo, seer of her clan, joins J in the garden as they listen to and explore messages from nature, including trees, herbs, and, of course, flowers.

Tue, Feb 17 2:30 P.M. Listen to Nature     NH Create (11.4)

Ms. Margo, seer of her clan, joins J in the garden as they listen to and explore messages from nature, including trees, herbs, and, of course, flowers.

Wed, Feb 18 4:30 A.M. Listen to Nature     NH Create (11.4)

Ms. Margo, seer of her clan, joins J in the garden as they listen to and explore messages from nature, including trees, herbs, and, of course, flowers.

Sun, Feb 22 11:00 A.M. Rose City     NH Create (11.4)

Join J as he explores the city of roses, Portland, Oregon.

Tue, Feb 24 6:30 A.M. Life In Gloom     NH Create (11.4)

This show is of special interest for fans of Halloween, as ways to include flowers in your festivities are presented.

Tue, Feb 24 8:30 A.M. Life In Gloom     NH Create (11.4)

This show is of special interest for fans of Halloween, as ways to include flowers in your festivities are presented.

Tue, Feb 24 2:30 P.M. Life In Gloom     NH Create (11.4)

This show is of special interest for fans of Halloween, as ways to include flowers in your festivities are presented.


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