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Join J Schwanke and RJ Pole as they dig deeper into J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom—the beloved PBS and Create TV show all about flowers.
J, a 4th-generation florist (literally born at a flower convention!), is a natural storyteller who shares his lifelong passion for flowers. Together, he and longtime fan RJ take you behind the scenes of each Life in Bloom episode—exploring flowers, farms, guests, recipes, cocktails, crafts, and more.
Along the way, you’ll hear J’s personal flower stories plus his favorite tips, tricks, and techniques for arranging flowers, making them last longer, and adding wellness and joy to your life.
Get ready to go behind the bloom and enjoy the flower power with J and RJ on Behind the Bloom Podcast!
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- Perfect for anyone who loves flowers
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- Go behind every Life in Bloom episode
- Pick up expert arranging tips and techniques
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Today on Behind the Bloom, we’re diving into the beautiful world of orchids! 🌿 RJ shares highlights from his recent visit to the Chicago Botanic Garden Orchid Show, one of the most stunning floral events of the year. Then, J takes us into the rich history of Cattleya orchids and their special place in his family’s floral legacy. Orchid Arrangement - with Orchids Stems and rocks https://watch.ubloom.com/videos/chemi... Chicago Botanic Garden https://www.chicagobotanic.org/ Chicago Botanic ...
Today’s Behind the Bloom Podcast is a companion to Episode #206 – The Garden Contained! 🌿🌸 We visit Jonker’s Garden in Holland, Michigan, where we chat with Dirk Jonker about plants, gardening tips, and creating beautiful container gardens. This episode features flower arranging with fresh garden blooms, a fun visit with Dr. Adam, and a refreshing pineapple basil cocktail. Plus, we share DIY garden crafts and simple tips to design stunning container gardens at home. If you love gardening, flo...
This week’s Behind the Bloom Podcast- is a companion to Episode #205 Traditional Japanese Flower Arts… we’ll talk about Bonsai Trees, I’ll make a Rose out of Sashimi Tuna, I’ve got a Flower cocktail that includes Sake’ and I’ll introduce you to my Life Long Flower Friends- The Kitayama Brothers… and I even make a Table Top Zen Garden… today on Behind the Bloom with Me and RJ! Episode #205- Traditional Japanese Flower Arts https://watch.ubloom.com/life-in-bloo... Ikebana - Wikipedia ...
Today’s Podcast is a companion to Life in Bloom Episode 204: The Gift of the Forest… RJ and I will talk about Forest Bathing. I’ll make an Arrangement foraged from the forest- that includes a Wasp Nest- I share how to create a faux Moss look on any container- and we’ll make a Moss Cookie Cake… it’s about the health and wellness gifts we can get from just spending a few moments in the Forest! Episode #204 - The Gift of the Forest https://watch.ubloom.com/life-in-bloo... Kelly’s Rose ...
Well it’s been almost 66 years since my Mom and Dad attended a Flower Convention in the Middle of a Snowstorm in Nebraska… where I was Born… right in the hotel that was hosting a Growers School… So Today I’ll be sharing more stories- about my birth at Flower Convention- and on my Grandma Lil’s birthday too boot… Let’s get started with this special Birthday Episode of Behind the Bloom with Me and RJ POLE! Links: Buy J’s Book- Bloom 365- at this link… loaded with 365 Flower Tips, Trick...
This week’s Episode is a Companion Podcast to Episode #230 Beauty from the Flower Farm where we visit an Amazing Local Flower Farmer- Hope Dahlias! I’ll use their flowers in some arrangements created right on the farm. We talk 3 uses for Sage - and learn how to Paint recycled bottles for Flower Vases- there’s lots of Stories- about this Dahlia Filled Episode - this week on Behind the Bloom! Episode 203- Beauty from the Flower Farm- J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/epi...
We’re welcoming our first guest - a long time Flower Friend… an Expert on Growing Tulips, Iris, and Ilex…who has been featured on “Life in Bloom” Episode #106- Tulips Year Round Spring… a long time Supporter of uBloom, Life in Bloom and this Podcast… Lane DeVries! There’s a lot to learn about my friend Lane, and even more you can learn from this Flower Expert… and AUTHOR- of the NEW Book- The Pursuit of Purpose- and the President of the CalFlowers Association… let’s learn more about Flowers a...
Today on Behind the Bloom we're following flowers from the farm to the plate and to the vase - in our Companion Podcast for Life in Bloom Episode #202. We’ll visit a Rose Seller at the Farmers Market, Make some Dahlia and Zinnia Bouquets, You’ll meet my Farmer Friends Jill and Mary at Crane Dance Farms, Recipes for A Pork Loin with Lavender Rub- and Cucumber Gimlet… and I arrange flowers in Duck Eggs… Today on Behind the Bloom with me and RJ Pole! Episode #202 From Farm to Plate to Vase http...
Flowers for Valentines Day- Hints, Tips and Advice for this Big Flower Day! Valentines is right around the corner… and today I want to offer some expert advice for flower purchases, giving and gifting, and even FLOWER and COLOR Suggestions - guaranteed to impress your Valentine… and even some great ways to save some money- and get the longest lasting flowers… I’m here to help- YOU- become a Valentine’s Day Flower Expert today on Behind the Bloom! Endorphin Release- Proven Research - compiled...
This week on Behind the Bloom- we’ve got our First Companion Podcast to Season 2 of Life in Bloom- Episode #201 Arrangements from the Garden… We’ll talk about creating a flower arrangement from your own cutting garden… Talk about ONE of my Favorite Projects- the Perimeter Urn, learn about Large Scale arrangements from the Garden, Make a Dianthus Cake- a Garden Gimlet- and one of the most popular Life in Bloom Projects- the Framed floating flowers- let’s get going Behind the Bloom with Me and ...
Today I want to talk about Rituals… specifically Flower Rituals…Rituals are important as they provide a sense of stability, connection, and meaning in both personal and communal life by giving structure to daily routines, marking life's transitions, and reinforcing cultural and spiritual values. Rituals can even help individuals cope with anxiety, build community, and connect with a sense of belonging to something larger than themselves. I think Flower can play an even bigger part...
This week’s Behind the Bloom Podcast is a Companion to Life in Bloom Episode #113- Demystifying Orchids… We’ll talk about one of my Favorite Projects… the composite-Orchid- a Giant Orchid made of many smaller ones- I give some basic tips about caring for orchids… I share an exquisite project courtesy of my Friend Mandy Majerik- and talk about my Visit to Westerlay orchids where they grow Millions of Orchids plants… it’s up next on Behind the Bloom with me and RJ Pole. Episode #113- DeMystif...
This companion Episode to Life in Bloom #112 - Terrariums - Life under Glass… is all about Terrariums… RJ and I will talk about taking my Crew back to my Family Greenhouse in Nebraska and filming my Sister the Terrarium Master! You’ll meet Yolanda the Orchid… and we’ll talk about ways you can emulate Terrariums in your Flower Arrangements- all coming up in this episode of Behind the Bloom with RJ and myself! Episode #112 Terrariums- Life under Glass https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-... ...
This Behind the Bloom is a companion to Episode #111 The Art of Flowers- we’ll visit the Grand Rapids Art Museum for their Art in Bloom Flower event… I visited with Flower Artists that interpreted works of Art with Flowers- I visit PA Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm… and I’ll tell you about the First Segment- that didn’t make it to public television… get ready for some fun behind the bloom stories- with RJ and I… SunFlowers Project- with Tip #177 Crimp it! - J mentions during the Tip Segment htt...
The New Year is the Perfect time to raise a glass and toast the future! What better way to do so than with a Flower Cocktail… and that’s what RJ and I are talking about today! The Origins of Flower Cocktail Hour- how it came about… and why we decided to make Flower Cocktails (and Mocktails) a permanent part of our Life in Bloom. I’ll share some of my favorite recipes, secret ingredients, that even include fresh flowers. Here’s a Flower Filled New Year- Cheers to Flower Cocktail Hour! ...
In this companion Episode to Life in Bloom Episode 110- A Flower Arrangers Best Friend- RJ and I will be talking about one of my Favorite Collectibles- the Flower Frog- I have hundreds of them. Flower Frogs were a perfect topic for Life in Bloom- We’ll talk about Hamilton Dahlia Farm- and their link to Kellogg’s Cereal- I submerge a Dahlia Underwater- and share some of collection- in this very special show - all about Flower Frogs… Ribbit Ribbit! Episode #110 A Flower Arrangers Best F...
It’s time to get into the Holiday Spirit- with Flowers of course… today on Behind the Bloom RJ and I are talking Christmas Flower Traditions- I’ve got some great Flower Ideas to share- and some great Stories that center around the Holidays… let’s jump in the sleigh and get ready to deck the halls- with Lots of Flowers - today on Behind the Bloom! Buy J’s Award Winning Book- Bloom 365- www.uBloom.com/Store Select your Favorite Cover- with a favorite flower- there are many to choose fro...
Teaser: I’ve got a real affinity for Foliage and Plants… I learned to improve my Green Thumb when it comes to Plants… and I’ll share how to install a Green Wall Planter… With this Companion podcast to Episode #109 All Foliage - Living Green- We’ll visit the Fern Capital of the World- and make some foliage wrapping paper… I’m really excited to share my Favorite take on a bloody mary- inspired by my friends in Montreal… It’s all about Living Green on Behind the Bloom with RJ and me today! ...
Today on Behind the Bloom, RJ and I dive into the vibrant world of Flower Power—our companion podcast to Episode #108, “Flower Power!” If you’re looking for more joy, positivity, and inspiration in your life, this episode is blooming with it. I’ll show you how to “Petal It Forward” with flowers, share my favorite fundraiser—the Flower Power Challenge—and even get a fun “flower tattoo.” It’s time to recharge, refresh, and power up your day with the magic of flowers! J’s Award Winning Book-&nbs...
Join J Schwanke and RJ Pole as we go “Out on a Limb” with flowers and fruit in this companion podcast to Episode #107 of J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom—“Out on a Limb with Flowers and Fruit.” In this episode, we explore creative, unexpected ways to combine fresh flowers and seasonal fruit in your home décor and DIY projects. We’ll show you how to arrange flowers in a watermelon, build a fruit shish-kabob centerpiece, and reveal the surprising flower that’s actually named after a dolphin! If you l...
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