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.

Fri, Jun 12 2:00 A.M. Butterflies In Bloom     NH Create (11.4)

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.

Sat, Jun 13 6:30 A.M. Flowers by the Ocean     NHPBS (11.1)

Discover the global journey that many flowers make on their way to blooming in your home.

Sun, Jun 14 11:00 A.M. Flowers for Now and Later     NH Create (11.4)

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

Tue, Jun 16 6:30 A.M. Nature Centered     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke takes a deeper dive into nature including a visit to a nature center with animal ambassadors.

Tue, Jun 16 8:30 A.M. Nature Centered     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke takes a deeper dive into nature including a visit to a nature center with animal ambassadors.

Tue, Jun 16 2:30 P.M. Nature Centered     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke takes a deeper dive into nature including a visit to a nature center with animal ambassadors.

Wed, Jun 17 4:30 A.M. Nature Centered     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke takes a deeper dive into nature including a visit to a nature center with animal ambassadors.

Sat, Jun 20 6:30 A.M. Days of Wine & Roses     NHPBS (11.1)

J visits an orchard with Crystal Palesek, winemaker from Lost Fawn Winery.

Sun, Jun 21 11:00 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, Jun 23 6:30 A.M. Sunshine Flowers     NH Create (11.4)

The timeless sunflower is featured. Host J Schwanke arranges sunflowers, creates three-dimensional wall art, and welcomes a clever baker - all inspired by the iconic bloom.

Tue, Jun 23 8:30 A.M. Sunshine Flowers     NH Create (11.4)

The timeless sunflower is featured. Host J Schwanke arranges sunflowers, creates three-dimensional wall art, and welcomes a clever baker - all inspired by the iconic bloom.

Tue, Jun 23 2:30 P.M. Sunshine Flowers     NH Create (11.4)

The timeless sunflower is featured. Host J Schwanke arranges sunflowers, creates three-dimensional wall art, and welcomes a clever baker - all inspired by the iconic bloom.

Wed, Jun 24 4:30 A.M. Sunshine Flowers     NH Create (11.4)

The timeless sunflower is featured. Host J Schwanke arranges sunflowers, creates three-dimensional wall art, and welcomes a clever baker - all inspired by the iconic bloom.

Sat, Jun 27 6:30 A.M. Orange Crush     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode reflects a crush on the color orange - a plentiful color as far as flowers are concerned.

Sun, Jun 28 11:00 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, Jun 30 6:30 A.M. Bloom Happy     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke reminds viewers to take time to enjoy what makes them happy - including flowers.

Tue, Jun 30 8:30 A.M. Bloom Happy     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke reminds viewers to take time to enjoy what makes them happy - including flowers.

Tue, Jun 30 2:30 P.M. Bloom Happy     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke reminds viewers to take time to enjoy what makes them happy - including flowers.

Wed, Jul 1 4:30 A.M. Bloom Happy     NH Create (11.4)

Host J Schwanke reminds viewers to take time to enjoy what makes them happy - including flowers.

Tue, Jul 7 6:30 A.M. Topiary In Bloom     NH Create (11.4)

The world of topiary is the focus of this episode including a brief history of the origin of topiary.

Tue, Jul 7 8:30 A.M. Topiary In Bloom     NH Create (11.4)

The world of topiary is the focus of this episode including a brief history of the origin of topiary.

Tue, Jul 7 2:30 P.M. Topiary In Bloom     NH Create (11.4)

The world of topiary is the focus of this episode including a brief history of the origin of topiary.

Wed, Jul 8 4:30 A.M. Topiary In Bloom     NH Create (11.4)

The world of topiary is the focus of this episode including a brief history of the origin of topiary.

Sat, Jul 11 6:30 A.M. Get Outside     NHPBS (11.1)

The simple pleasures of being outdoors in nature. Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Maureen 'Mo' Stine shares about getting the most out of time in nature.

Sun, Jul 12 11:00 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, Jul 14 6:30 A.M. Flowers of Hawai'i     NH Create (11.4)

J explores the flowers of Hawai'i and visits Green Point Nurseries and a flower farm on the big island of Hawai'i.

Tue, Jul 14 8:30 A.M. Flowers of Hawai'i     NH Create (11.4)

J explores the flowers of Hawai'i and visits Green Point Nurseries and a flower farm on the big island of Hawai'i.

Tue, Jul 14 2:30 P.M. Flowers of Hawai'i     NH Create (11.4)

J explores the flowers of Hawai'i and visits Green Point Nurseries and a flower farm on the big island of Hawai'i.

Wed, Jul 15 4:30 A.M. Flowers of Hawai'i     NH Create (11.4)

J explores the flowers of Hawai'i and visits Green Point Nurseries and a flower farm on the big island of Hawai'i.

Sat, Jul 18 6:30 A.M. Farms & Flowers     NHPBS (11.1)

Flowers & farms are on the agenda. Steve LaWarre shows J the Michigan Farm Garden at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Sun, Jul 19 11:00 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, Jul 21 6:30 A.M. Blooms by the Bay     NH Create (11.4)

J takes viewers to the new, state-of-the-art location of the San Francisco Flower Market and shares the ties between flowers and the iconic city.

Tue, Jul 21 8:30 A.M. Blooms by the Bay     NH Create (11.4)

J takes viewers to the new, state-of-the-art location of the San Francisco Flower Market and shares the ties between flowers and the iconic city.

Tue, Jul 21 2:30 P.M. Blooms by the Bay     NH Create (11.4)

J takes viewers to the new, state-of-the-art location of the San Francisco Flower Market and shares the ties between flowers and the iconic city.

Wed, Jul 22 4:30 A.M. Blooms by the Bay     NH Create (11.4)

J takes viewers to the new, state-of-the-art location of the San Francisco Flower Market and shares the ties between flowers and the iconic city.


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