Petal Pushers
J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom
Petal Pushers
J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom
Air Date: 04/01/23 | Expires: 03/31/26 | Rating: TV-G
J’s “pushing petals” – literally and figuratively on Life in Bloom. You’ll learn the importance of petal counts for roses, and the importance of retaining the “gard petal”. Together we’ll craft with petals, and create a “Duchess rose.” J assembles an artistic creation that can become an invitation or post card, creates a petal perfect mocktail, and even include petals in an hors d’oeuvre spread.
Flower Icon
S7 Ep701 | 26m 46s
J visits a flower design icon, new Anthurium blooms. A Polopino entrée, Hibiscus martini.
Painting and Flowers
S7 Ep702 | 26m 46s
J interprets a Bob Ross painting via flowers. Flower painting tips, Happy Trees Cocktail.
Butterflies in Bloom
S6 Ep601 | 26m 46s
J visits a butterfly garden, finding inspiration for flower arrangements and a cocktail.
Let’s Go Dutch
S6 Ep602 | 26m 46s
A flower farm founded by Dutch immigrants in a show about Dutch culture and flowers.
The Stinking Rose
S6 Ep603 | 26m 46s
A show about the “other” rose - garlic. A garlic farm, garlic scapes and a garlic martini.
Woven Together
S6 Ep604 | 26m 46s
Flower friend Sue Muldoon shows J weaving techniques. Then J joins flowers and weaving.
Tickled Pink
S6 Ep605 | 26m 46s
Pink is the most prevalent flower color in nature and it’s the focus of this episode.
Flowers & Kids
S6 Ep606 | 26m 46s
Flowers and kids team up for exciting projects. Included: a visit with Wimee the Robot.
Rose City
S6 Ep607 | 26m 46s
J visits Portland, Oregon - the city of roses, as well as a flower farm and flower market.
What’s the Tea?
S6 Ep608 | 26m 46s
A look at the tea leaves reveals an immediate future including flowers, family, and tea.
Color Schemes
S6 Ep609 | 26m 46s
Color principles - complimentary, analogous, and monochromatic - inform flower bouquets.
Día de los Muertos
S6 Ep610 | 26m 46s
Flower friend Sandy Villegas shares paper flower making and Día de los Muertos traditions.
The Shade of it All
S6 Ep611 | 26m 46s
The theme of shade includes flowers in containers suited to for shady spots.
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
S6 Ep612 | 26m 46s
J explores advantages to being a good neighbor including expressing thanks with flowers.
Self Care with Flowers
S6 Ep613 | 26m 46s
J explores ways to live the flower life and practice self-care principle in the process.
Winter in Bloom
S6 Ep614 | 26m 46s
J shares themes for winter flowers and goes beyond traditional holiday red and green.
Innovations in Bloom
S5 Ep501 | 26m 31s
J explores Innovations in the world of Flowers including technology and hybridization.
Great Explorations
S5 Ep502 | 26m 31s
Become a flower tourist with J Schwanke and travel the flower world without leaving town.
Herbs in Bloom
S5 Ep503 | 26m 31s
J hosts a savory swing through the herb garden – with fun and tasty projects!
A Moment in Bloom
S5 Ep504 | 26m 31s
Dried Flowers take center stage as J shares his favorite tips for drying fresh Flowers!
Flower Tales
S5 Ep505 | 26m 31s
Flowers have a language all their own. J shares the meanings of flowers and their colors.
Am I Blue?
S5 Ep506 | 26m 31s
J arranges blue Flowers – both natural and dyed – in this show about flowers of blue.
Fleur de la Vie
S5 Ep507 | 26m 21s
J shares personal flower-themed collections: vases, hosta plants, trees, artwork and more!
Collections in Bloom
S5 Ep508 | 26m 31s
J shares personal flower-themed collections: vases, hosta plants, trees, artwork and more!
A Bloom for All Reasons
S5 Ep509 | 26m 31s
A show dedicated to the Calla Lily – used in unusual and unique flower arrangements.
Petal Pushers
S5 Ep510 | 26m 31s
J is pushing petals for crafts, artwork, and even an hors d’ouerve with flower petals.
Bouquets in Bloom
S5 Ep511 | 26m 31s
J shares the history of the bouquet, from nosegays to tussie mussies – and arranges them.
Flower Foraging
S5 Ep512 | 26m 31s
J shares foraging tips from an expert. Also: a recipe and a beverage with foraged flora.
Flower Memories
S5 Ep513 | 26m 31s
Flowers create memories! J shares how flowers enhance treasured times in your life!
Holidays for Blooms
S5 Ep514 | 26m 31s
J shares ways to enjoy flowers for the Christmas Holidays - including projects and crafts.
Flower’s Care
S4 Ep401 | 26m 45s
Learn how flower food helps bouquet longevity, plus the benefits of elderberry syrup.
Bein’ Green
S4 Ep402 | 26m 45s
J arranges green flowers and foliage; a visit with children’s book author Laurie Keller.
Flower Spice
S4 Ep403 | 26m 45s
Focus on the fragrant stock flower; a flower farm visit, bouquets, and a spicy cocktail.
Waltz of the Flowers
S4 Ep404 | 26m 45s
Arranging flowers with a musical twist. J visits with a composer, and a beverage crafter.
From the Earth
S4 Ep405 | 26m 45s
Inspiration from the earth, including a family farm, creating a berm, and garden flowers.
Fiore Italia
S4 Ep406 | 26m 45s
Flowers with an Italian flair, with Della Robbia centerpieces, and lemons as a theme.
Glad Tidings
S4 Ep407 | 26m 45s
Gladiolus are in the spotlight with both simple and impressive gladiolus arrangements.
Patron Saint of Merriment
S4 Ep408 | 26m 45s
Host J Schwanke shares his love of dogs, specifically an affinity for Cocker Spaniels.
Birds of a Feather
S4 Ep409 | 26m 45s
Birds and flowers combine in a flight of fancy, with photography and sculpting branches.
Simply Flowers
S4 Ep410 | 26m 45s
J Schwanke shows viewers that arranging flowers can be nice and easy.
Hooray for Hydrangeas
S4 Ep411 | 26m 45s
Hydrangeas are the focus; including a farm visit, flower arranging, and a cocktail.
What Goes Around
S4 Ep412 | 26m 45s
J Schwanke finds ways to re-use, re-purpose, recycle, and upcycles thrift store vases.
Autumn Harvest
S4 Ep414 | 26m 45s
Host J Schwanke welcomes Autumn with flowers accented by the bounty of the season.
Fields of Flowers
S3 Ep301 | 25m 46s
Visit the world-famous Flower Fields in California and learn what to grow in your garden.
Hearts and Flowers
S3 Ep302 | 25m 46s
Explore the sentiment of hearts and flowers and how they combine to express emotion.
Pollinators in Bloom
S3 Ep303 | 25m 46s
Visit a bee apiary, learn to support pollinators and a cocktail featuring honey.
Plants and Flowers for a Healthy Home
S3 Ep304 | 25m 46s
Explore plants to improve the health of your home, palm-weaving and an artichoke spritzer.
Lilies in Bloom
S3 Ep305 | 25m 46s
Advice from an expert lily grower, including planting bulbs and essential care techniques.
Purple Passion
S3 Ep306 | 25m 46s
Precious violets, easy centerpieces and a regal showstopper with lilacs.
Flowers for Celebrating Life
S3 Ep307 | 25m 46s
Explore different ways of celebrating life through flowers.
Mum’s the Word
S3 Ep309 | 25m 46s
Host J Schwanke shows the many shapes and sizes of the beautiful chrysanthemum.
Water: Nature’s Life Force
S3 Ep310 | 25m 46s
Host J Schwanke visits a flower farm with extensive water reclamation practices.
Nature Centered
S3 Ep311 | 25m 46s
Young friends teach host J Schwanke how to raise and release monarch butterflies.
Sunshine Flowers
S3 Ep312 | 25m 46s
Arrangements, 3-D wall art and a clever baker - all inspired by the iconic sunflower.
Bloom Happy
S3 Ep313 | 25m 46s
Fragrant flowers, novelty arrangements and a visit to the San Francisco Flower Mart.
Arrangements from the Garden
S2 Ep201 | 26m 16s
J incorporates blooms and branches from the garden into arrangements for the home.
From Farm to Plate & Vase
S2 Ep202 | 26m 16s
J visits Crane Dance Farms and learns the value of pasture-raised food.
Beauty from the Flower Farm
S2 Ep203 | 26m 16s
J visits Hope Dahlias and learns about the positive effect flowers can have on people.
The Gift of the Forest
S2 Ep204 | 26m 16s
J explores the forest and shares ways to experience a bit of its magic every day!
Traditional Japanese Flower Arts
S2 Ep205 | 26m 16s
Learn about Japanese flower arts, from Ikebana flower arranging to the art of a Bonsai.
The Garden, Contained
S2 Ep206 | 26m 16s
J visits a garden center, offers tips on container gardening, and makes herbal cocktails.
Thinking Outside the Vase
S2 Ep207 | 26m 16s
J explores unusual vessels for flower arranging with a visit to an antique market.
All About Lavender
S2 Ep208 | 26m 16s
J shares all things lavender, from hand-crafted soaps to arrangements and crafts.
Pets and Flowers
S2 Ep209 | 26m 16s
J connects with pets and flowers and showcases a classic poodle mum flower arrangement.
Everything’s Coming Up Roses
S2 Ep210 | 26m 16s
J visits a farm in South America that grows cut garden roses.
Flowers: Nature’s Rainbow
S2 Ep211 | 26m 16s
J applies color theory in fun arrangements, food and cocktails.
Flowers to Wear & Share
S2 Ep212 | 26m 16s
J introduces ways to wear flowers – from boutonnières to lower jewelry.
Vegetables and Flowers
S2 Ep213 | 26m 16s
J visits a local farm with sustainable practices for better nutrition and overall health.
Life in Bloom
S1 Ep101 | 26m 46s
Celebrate and embrace the joy of having flowers in your life and helpful flower tips.
The Romance of Flowers
S1 Ep103 | 26m 46s
Discover why flowers are considered romantic and how to use flowers for every day romance.
Succulents: The Not Quite Flowers
S1 Ep105 | 26m 46s
Visit a succulent farm and learn how to make a succulent-inspired cocktail.
Tulips: Year-Round Spring
S1 Ep106 | 26m 46s
Discover the history of the tulip and how to make arrangements and tulip inspired recipes.
Out on a Limb with Fruit and Flowers
S1 Ep107 | 26m 46s
Use fruit and flowers in simple, unexpected ways in arrangements, recipes and crafts.
Flower Power
S1 Ep108 | 26m 46s
Discover how flowers can heal and cheer when we share them, gift them and even eat them!
All Foliage: Living Green
S1 Ep109 | 26m 46s
Visit two Florida foliage growers to learn about this workhorse of the plant world.
A Flower Arranger’s Best Friend
S1 Ep110 | 26m 46s
Learn the history of the flower frog—a device used to help arrange flowers.
The Art of Flowers
S1 Ep111 | 26m 46s
Explore the ways flowers inspire and influence art, both in and out of the garden.
Terrariums: Life Under Glass
S1 Ep112 | 26m 46s
Bring more fun, whimsy, and wonder into your life with terrariums.
Demystifying Orchids
S1 Ep113 | 26m 46s
Visit an orchid farm, create a wreath and learn how to care for your orchid plants.
Upcoming Schedule
Fri 04/11
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Innovations in Bloom
Technology in the garden involving production and plants, unique hybridized color creation in flowers and innovations in packaging and transportation.
Sun 04/13
7:30 AM
KVIE HD 6.1
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
How a corner store improves the neighborhood for all; expressing gratitude with flowers; a recipe for poutine.
Mon 04/14
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Great Explorations
A Japanese garden and sculpture park; creating a tropical flower arrangement; artist Anthony Carpenter.
Wed 04/16
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Herbs in Bloom
Creating and planting a tower of herbs for the patio, front porch or cutting garden; a Michigan herb and flower farm; creating a bouquet of herbs and a u-pick flower arrangement; a special herbal ingredient accents flower cocktail hour.
Fri 04/18
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
A Moment in Bloom
Drying fresh flowers; bouquets, crafts and projects with dried and preserved flowers; creating a bouquet, garland and wreath with dried and preserved hydrangeas; a cocktail featuring lavender bitters.
Sun 04/20
7:30 AM
KVIE HD 6.1
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Self Care With Flowers
Flower arranging; life coach Nicolette Dobbe-Behrendsen talks about flowers as metaphors; spirit flower.
Mon 04/21
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Flower Tales
The meanings of flowers and their colors; the Victorian method of sending a secret message through flowers; how flower color can influence one's mood; the meaning behind the color of roses; flower popsicles.
Wed 04/23
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Am I Blue?
A large-scale arrangement themed to the clouds; natural and dyed blue flowers; a tiny arrangement with early squill flowers; a unique blue sweet pea cocktail.
Fri 04/25
9:00 AM
KVIE2 6.2
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
Fleur de la Vie
Flower inspiration in French themes; flower lifestyle in France; a flower cocktail of French origin; Versailles topiary; homemade potpourri; flowers in pave; etegere formations.
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