J Schwanke's Life In Bloom

Host J Schwanke educates viewers on flower care and the ways in which flowers contribute to self-care. J explains using flower food for bouquet longevity and learns the benefits of elderberry syrup from an expert.

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.

Host J Schwanke spotlights the fragrant flower known as stock. Included: a visit to Joseph & Sons flower farm, the array of colors available, and a cocktail with a similar spicy scent.

Music is the theme, as host J Schwanke welcomes the show’s composer to perform as J arranges flowers. Crafting, and arranging flowers with a musical twist. J visits Sacred Springs, where beverages created with flowers are infused with sound and intention.

Host J Schwanke takes inspiration from the earth, including a visit to a family farm, creating a berm for managing rainfall, and arranging flowers from the garden.

Host J Schwanke arranges flowers with an Italian flair, exploring facets of Italy. Della Robbia style centerpieces, lemons for arranging and limoncello, and a visit with Chef Jenna Arcidiacono are included.

Host J Schwanke brings you glad tidings - literally. Gladiolus are in the spotlight with tips on care and handling – and planting of the spiked blooms. Included: both simple and impressive glad arrangements.

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.

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.

Host J Schwanke shows viewers that arranging flowers can be nice and easy. Simple techniques for flowers are featured, along with a floral simple syrup, and a sunflower field visit with a friend.

Hydrangeas are the focus. Host J Schwanke visits a flower farm that grows the big and beautiful blooms, and arranges with garden hydrangea. J also creates both simple and elaborate bouquets - as well as a hydrangea cocktail.

Host J Schwanke finds ways to re-use, re-purpose, and recycle - including upcycling thrift store vases. Also included: how to recycle a flower arrangement, and building a garden bench from palettes.

On today’s Life In Bloom it’s a taste of the tropics with a Tropical Bloom – including a large scale party centerpiece, Wall Art made of foliage, I’ll show you easy techniques to create your own Monstera Madness, make Leis with my friend Jennifer, and we’ll also make a classic tropical cocktail.

Host J Schwanke welcomes Autumn with flowers accented by the bounty of the season. Pumpkins, ears of stained glass corn, chrysanthemum, and even roses crafted from colorful leaves, all play a part in inviting flower arrangements.