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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.

J Schwanke's Life In Bloom  
  • Butterflies In Bloom
    Saturday, May 4
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    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. J is joined by flower friend Cecelia for a butterfly project and a butterfly cocktail. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.
  • Let's Go Dutch
    Sunday, May 5
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode of Life in Bloom focuses on the influence of Dutch culture on flowers. Visit a second-generation flower farm, Oregon Flowers, founded by Dutch immigrants. J creates a hand tied bouquet with flourish, arranges flowers in Delft pottery, and mimics flower paintings by arranging in the style of the Dutch masters. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.
  • Let's Go Dutch
    Saturday, May 11
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode of Life in Bloom focuses on the influence of Dutch culture on flowers. Visit a second-generation flower farm, Oregon Flowers, founded by Dutch immigrants. J creates a hand tied bouquet with flourish, arranges flowers in Delft pottery, and mimics flower paintings by arranging in the style of the Dutch masters. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.
  • The Stinking Rose
    Sunday, May 12
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
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  • The Stinking Rose
    Saturday, May 18
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
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  • Woven Together
    Sunday, May 19
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    J's flower friend Sue Muldoon joins him to explore her passion, weaving. From chairs, to baskets, to trays, Sue shares her skills. J finds many ways to combine flowers with Sue's woven projects. Then, Sue and J trade their best baking tips as they make blueberry scones together. Hanging Amaranthus is the featured flower. Flowers from a viewer are also shared.
  • Woven Together
    Saturday, May 25
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    J's flower friend Sue Muldoon joins him to explore her passion, weaving. From chairs, to baskets, to trays, Sue shares her skills. J finds many ways to combine flowers with Sue's woven projects. Then, Sue and J trade their best baking tips as they make blueberry scones together. Hanging Amaranthus is the featured flower. Flowers from a viewer are also shared.
  • Tickled Pink
    Sunday, May 26
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode of Life in Bloom is tickled pink! Pink is the most prevalent flower color in nature and we're here for it! J visits with pink pal, Chef Jenna to see how she includes her color of choice in everything she does. J creates an heirloom style arrangement, a hand-tied bouquet, and enjoys a pink gin cocktail with Jenna. You'll be feeling "in the pinks" after this show.
  • Tickled Pink
    Saturday, June 1
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode of Life in Bloom is tickled pink! Pink is the most prevalent flower color in nature and we're here for it! J visits with pink pal, Chef Jenna to see how she includes her color of choice in everything she does. J creates an heirloom style arrangement, a hand-tied bouquet, and enjoys a pink gin cocktail with Jenna. You'll be feeling "in the pinks" after this show.
  • Flowers & Kids
    Sunday, June 2
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    On this episode flowers and kids team up for some exciting projects. Atticus instructs J about making perfume from flowers. June and her Mom Bretagne design and assist J with a kitty made of flowers. Hendrick and J construct veggie bug snacks. Plus - flower fun with a robot? J is joined by Wimee the Robot, Michael Hyacinthe, and Kevin Kammeraad from Wimee's Words, seen on PBS.
  • Flowers & Kids
    Saturday, June 8
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    On this episode flowers and kids team up for some exciting projects. Atticus instructs J about making perfume from flowers. June and her Mom Bretagne design and assist J with a kitty made of flowers. Hendrick and J construct veggie bug snacks. Plus - flower fun with a robot? J is joined by Wimee the Robot, Michael Hyacinthe, and Kevin Kammeraad from Wimee's Words, seen on PBS.
  • Rose City
    Sunday, June 9
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Join J as he explores the city of roses, Portland, Oregon. Learn how roses became part of the city's identity, and watch J create souvenir artwork. Peterkort Roses, a local greenhouse grower that's been around for over 100 years, shares their history with J. J also greets flower farmers at the Portland Flower Market. Flower arrangements from a viewer are also shared.
  • Rose City
    Saturday, June 15
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Join J as he explores the city of roses, Portland, Oregon. Learn how roses became part of the city's identity, and watch J create souvenir artwork. Peterkort Roses, a local greenhouse grower that's been around for over 100 years, shares their history with J. J also greets flower farmers at the Portland Flower Market. Flower arrangements from a viewer are also shared.
  • What's The Tea?
    Sunday, June 16
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode revolves around tea. A look at the tea leaves reveals an immediate future that includes an antique tea set hand painted by J's great aunt Lucy Jane. A visit with urban farmer Jill Frey who grows edible flowers along with several type of lettuce in a retrofitted shipping container. Self-care strategies, and tea time treats are also included.
  • What's The Tea?
    Saturday, June 22
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    This episode revolves around tea. A look at the tea leaves reveals an immediate future that includes an antique tea set hand painted by J's great aunt Lucy Jane. A visit with urban farmer Jill Frey who grows edible flowers along with several type of lettuce in a retrofitted shipping container. Self-care strategies, and tea time treats are also included.
  • Color Schemes
    Sunday, June 23
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Color is the focus of this episode. J shows ways to ways to work with color and flowers, based on the color wheel. Flower arrangements with complimentary, monochromatic, triadic, and analogous concepts are created. The featured flower is the colorful and vibrant coleus. Flowers arrangements from a viewer are also included.
  • Color Schemes
    Saturday, June 29
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Color is the focus of this episode. J shows ways to ways to work with color and flowers, based on the color wheel. Flower arrangements with complimentary, monochromatic, triadic, and analogous concepts are created. The featured flower is the colorful and vibrant coleus. Flowers arrangements from a viewer are also included.
  • Dia De Los Muertos
    Sunday, June 30
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    On this episode we are learning all about Dia de los Muertos, from flower friend Sandy Villegas of Tucson, Arizona. Sandy shares the celebration's significance in her culture and teaches J how she makes paper flowers as well as paper mache figures. Included: a celebration of life reflective of Sandy's cultural traditions and a flower arrangement shared by a viewer. Marigold is the featured flower.
  • Dia De Los Muertos
    Saturday, July 6
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    On this episode we are learning all about Dia de los Muertos, from flower friend Sandy Villegas of Tucson, Arizona. Sandy shares the celebration's significance in her culture and teaches J how she makes paper flowers as well as paper mache figures. Included: a celebration of life reflective of Sandy's cultural traditions and a flower arrangement shared by a viewer. Marigold is the featured flower.
  • The Shade of It All
    Sunday, July 7
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    On today's show we're taking refuge in the shade - with flowers, of course! We'll plant flowers suited to the shade in a container garden. Lawn gives way to blooming plants for more flower arranging fun. Artwork created with special light sensitive paper has a botanical bent. Tints, tones and shades are explored in a bouquet. A viewer shares their flower arrangement.
  • The Shade of It All
    Saturday, July 13
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    On today's show we're taking refuge in the shade - with flowers, of course! We'll plant flowers suited to the shade in a container garden. Lawn gives way to blooming plants for more flower arranging fun. Artwork created with special light sensitive paper has a botanical bent. Tints, tones and shades are explored in a bouquet. A viewer shares their flower arrangement.
  • Won't You Be My Neighbor?
    Sunday, July 14
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Let's explore what it means to be a neighbor on this episode of Life in Bloom. We'll visit the store on the corner and see how they improve their neighborhood for all - including the use of flowers, of course. J divides botanical treasures and suggests ways to express gratitude with flowers. Also included: a recipe for poutine and an arrangement from a viewer.
  • Won't You Be My Neighbor?
    Saturday, July 20
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Let's explore what it means to be a neighbor on this episode of Life in Bloom. We'll visit the store on the corner and see how they improve their neighborhood for all - including the use of flowers, of course. J divides botanical treasures and suggests ways to express gratitude with flowers. Also included: a recipe for poutine and an arrangement from a viewer.
  • Self Care with Flowers
    Sunday, July 21
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Explore ways to live the flower life. Surrounding yourself with flowers is easier than it may seem. J reminds viewers to enjoy the process of flower arranging with tips for great results. Life Coach Nicolette Dobbe-Behrendsen and J discuss flowers as metaphors. J shares his spirit flower, and - did someone say million-dollar spaghetti? Learn guest Jennifer Pasqua's uplifting story!
  • Self Care with Flowers
    Saturday, July 27
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Explore ways to live the flower life. Surrounding yourself with flowers is easier than it may seem. J reminds viewers to enjoy the process of flower arranging with tips for great results. Life Coach Nicolette Dobbe-Behrendsen and J discuss flowers as metaphors. J shares his spirit flower, and - did someone say million-dollar spaghetti? Learn guest Jennifer Pasqua's uplifting story!
  • Winter In Bloom
    Sunday, July 28
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    J shows ways to enjoy flowers in winter and for the holidays - beyond the traditional red and green - in this episode of Life in Bloom. J arranges with hydrangea blooms, creates a silver and white centerpiece - and decorates for the holidays with unexpected colors combinations. Some flower arrangements also call for - a chance of snow?
  • Winter In Bloom
    Saturday, August 3
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    J shows ways to enjoy flowers in winter and for the holidays - beyond the traditional red and green - in this episode of Life in Bloom. J arranges with hydrangea blooms, creates a silver and white centerpiece - and decorates for the holidays with unexpected colors combinations. Some flower arrangements also call for - a chance of snow?

 

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  • From Farm to Plate & Vase
    Wednesday, May 1
    2:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits Crane Dance Farms and learns the value of pasture-raised food. Local flowers are fashioned into bouquets. Roses from the Farmer's Market are discussed.
  • From Farm to Plate & Vase
    Tuesday, April 30
    12:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits Crane Dance Farms and learns the value of pasture-raised food. Local flowers are fashioned into bouquets. Roses from the Farmer's Market are discussed.
  • From Farm to Plate & Vase
    Tuesday, April 30
    6:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits Crane Dance Farms and learns the value of pasture-raised food. Local flowers are fashioned into bouquets. Roses from the Farmer's Market are discussed.
  • From Farm to Plate & Vase
    Tuesday, April 30
    4:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits Crane Dance Farms and learns the value of pasture-raised food. Local flowers are fashioned into bouquets. Roses from the Farmer's Market are discussed.
  • Butterflies In Bloom
    Sunday, April 28
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    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. J is joined by flower friend Cecelia for a butterfly project and a butterfly cocktail. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.
  • Fleur De La Vie
    Sunday, April 28
    9:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Discover Flower inspiration in French themes. J visits with flower friend and Frenchman Jean Yves to learn more about Flower lifestyle in France, and enjoy a flower cocktail of French origin! Included: a scent-sational Versailles topiary; homemade potpourri; flowers in pave and etegere formations.
  • Autumn Harvest
    Saturday, April 27
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • Arrangements from the Garden
    Wednesday, April 24
    2:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke incorporates blooms and branches from the garden into arrangements for the home. Blooms are harvested from the garden, for a framed craft, a rose cake, and a Garden Gimlet cocktail.
  • Arrangements from the Garden
    Tuesday, April 23
    12:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke incorporates blooms and branches from the garden into arrangements for the home. Blooms are harvested from the garden, for a framed craft, a rose cake, and a Garden Gimlet cocktail.
  • Arrangements from the Garden
    Tuesday, April 23
    6:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke incorporates blooms and branches from the garden into arrangements for the home. Blooms are harvested from the garden, for a framed craft, a rose cake, and a Garden Gimlet cocktail.
  • Arrangements from the Garden
    Tuesday, April 23
    4:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke incorporates blooms and branches from the garden into arrangements for the home. Blooms are harvested from the garden, for a framed craft, a rose cake, and a Garden Gimlet cocktail.
  • Autumn Harvest
    Sunday, April 21
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • Am I Blue?
    Sunday, April 21
    9:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Dive into the blue - blue Flowers that is. Host J Schwanke creates a large-scale arrangement themed to the clouds in the skies and welcomes his flower friend, meteorologist Aaron. Blue is the rarest of all flower colors, and J showcases both natural and dyed blue flowers for your review. Included: a tiny arrangement with early squill flowers; J and Aaron enjoy a unique blue sweet pea cocktail!
  • Tropical Bloom
    Saturday, April 20
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • Demystifying Orchids
    Wednesday, April 17
    2:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    An orchid farm; creating an orchid wreath; caring for orchid plants.
  • Demystifying Orchids
    Tuesday, April 16
    12:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    An orchid farm; creating an orchid wreath; caring for orchid plants.
  • Demystifying Orchids
    Tuesday, April 16
    6:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    An orchid farm; creating an orchid wreath; caring for orchid plants.
  • Demystifying Orchids
    Tuesday, April 16
    4:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    An orchid farm; creating an orchid wreath; caring for orchid plants.
  • Tropical Bloom
    Sunday, April 14
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • Flower Tales
    Sunday, April 14
    9:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Today on Life In Bloom we're learning about flower meanings. J shows the Victorian method of sending a secret message through flowers. See how flower color can influence our moods, and discover the meaning behind colors of roses. J helps us turn our feelings into flowers and welcomes his flower friend Jennifer Pascua joins J to create flower popsicles.
  • What Goes Around
    Saturday, April 13
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • Terrariums: Life Under Glass
    Wednesday, April 10
    2:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke shows you how to bring more fun, whimsy, and wonder into your life with terrariums, and terrarium-inspired recipes, crafts and entertaining arrangements.
  • Terrariums: Life Under Glass
    Tuesday, April 9
    12:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke shows you how to bring more fun, whimsy, and wonder into your life with terrariums, and terrarium-inspired recipes, crafts and entertaining arrangements.
  • Terrariums: Life Under Glass
    Tuesday, April 9
    6:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke shows you how to bring more fun, whimsy, and wonder into your life with terrariums, and terrarium-inspired recipes, crafts and entertaining arrangements.
  • Terrariums: Life Under Glass
    Tuesday, April 9
    4:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke shows you how to bring more fun, whimsy, and wonder into your life with terrariums, and terrarium-inspired recipes, crafts and entertaining arrangements.
  • What Goes Around
    Sunday, April 7
    5:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • A Moment In Bloom
    Sunday, April 7
    9:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    J shares his favorite tips for drying fresh flowers. Learn how to create bouquets, crafts and projects with dried and preserved flowers. Guest Kim Carson joins J for a lesson in dried and preserved hydrangeas, including techniques for creating a bouquet, a garland and a wreath. J teaches Kim how to create a cocktail featuring Lavender Bitters!
  • Hooray for Hydrangeas
    Saturday, April 6
    3:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    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.
  • The Art of Flowers
    Wednesday, April 3
    2:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits with P. Allen Smith at Smith's Moss Mountain farm in Arkansas, and explores the ways flowers inspire and influence art, both in and out of the garden.
  • The Art of Flowers
    Tuesday, April 2
    12:30 pm on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits with P. Allen Smith at Smith's Moss Mountain farm in Arkansas, and explores the ways flowers inspire and influence art, both in and out of the garden.
  • The Art of Flowers
    Tuesday, April 2
    6:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits with P. Allen Smith at Smith's Moss Mountain farm in Arkansas, and explores the ways flowers inspire and influence art, both in and out of the garden.
  • The Art of Flowers
    Tuesday, April 2
    4:30 am on UEN-TV 9.1
    Host J Schwanke visits with P. Allen Smith at Smith's Moss Mountain farm in Arkansas, and explores the ways flowers inspire and influence art, both in and out of the garden.