Explore every episode of the podcast Behind the Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole
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| Episode 19 - Companion to Episode #111 - The Art of Flowers | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:33:58 | |
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… Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 18 - The Origins of Flower Cocktail Hour | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:36:47 | |
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! Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 9 - Boo-quets for Halloween - with J Schwanke and RJ Pole | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:33:56 | |
In this Halloween-themed episode of Behind the Bloom, J Schwanke and RJ Pole dive into the spooky side of flowers! 🌸👻 Discover creative ways to celebrate Halloween with floral design, hauntingly beautiful “Boo-quets,” and festive flower decor ideas that bring seasonal magic to your home. J shares his favorite Halloween flower arrangements and decorating traditions — inspired by the Life in Bloom Halloween special, Life in Gloom. RJ share some fun stories from haunted trolley rides and a side-show of a haunted house. If you love flowers, Halloween, or just getting inspired by the beauty of nature in every season, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in and get ready to make your Halloween celebrations bloom with spooky style. 🌼🕸️ Edited by: Sam Schickel Life in Bloom Episode 714 - Life in Gloom Halloween Special Life in Bloom Episode 610- Dia de los Muertos https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-610-dia-de-los-muertos At Home with Flowers- Halloween Flowers with Spider Webs - Episode https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/halloween-flowers-with-spider-webs Suntory Flowers- Moon Series Carnations- Find Halloween Videos on uBloom.com https://watch.ubloom.com/search?q=Halloween #flowerarranging #halloweenpodcast #flowers #flowerpower #flowerarrangement Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 8 - Companion Podcast to Episode 104: Carnations, Family & Flowers | 13 Oct 2025 | 00:43:48 | |
Welcome back to Behind The Bloom Podcast! I’m J Schwanke, and this week RJ and I are bringing you another companion episode — this time revisiting Season One, Episode 104: Carnations, Family & Flowers. This one is especially close to my heart, because it shares the story of my own family’s floral history. As a fourth-generation florist, I’ve got deep roots in flowers—and you’ll even hear about my grandpa, ‘Carnation Joe.’ It’s a very personal episode, filled with memories, family traditions, and of course, plenty of flowers. We hope you’ll go back and watch that Life In Bloom episode, because it was such a special one. For now, let’s dive deeper together, right here on Behind The Bloom Podcast. Episode #104 - Carnations, Family and Flowers: https://watch.ubloom.com/life-in-bloom-season-1/videos/episode-104-carnations-family-flowers Famous Matching Couple Link: https://www.ubloom.com/blog/2013/04/30/in-the-spotlight-the-famous-matching-couple-mel-joey-schwanke#:~:text=Mel%20%26%20Joey%20Schwanke%2C%20have%20already,interviewed%20by%20many%20local%20%26%20national Video on Youtube- Famous Matching Couple: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rVbK8AHWGw Carnation Color Significance: A Visit to Akiyama Nurseries Video: https://watch.ubloom.com/videos/the-ca-grown-experience-visits-akiyama-nursery Dr. Haviland Jones Flower Studies and more: www.uBloom.com/Research Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 7 - “Flowers from YOU” - Flower Photos - and Share Your Schwankies Sweepstakes | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:42:52 | |
Today’s episode is all about my favorite part of the show—Flowers from YOU! This highlights the beautiful arrangements created by our viewers. I’ll share the history, the names we considered, how it moved me personally, and why it’s such a special part of Life in Bloom. We’ll also dive into how the nickname “Schwankies” came to be—and more—in this Behind the Bloom Podcast. Edited by: Sam Schickel Chrysal Professional 3- CVBn Tablets- available at ChrysalFlowerFood.com Use Code uBloom10 to get a 10% Discount… Send in your Life in Bloom Inspired Arrangement Pictures - J@ubloom.com - https://watch.ubloom.com/videos/beta-sigma-phi-sorority-sisters-and-flowers Miriam Webster - How to say Foliage Follow J on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/jschwankeflowers https://www.instagram.com/j_schwankes_life_in_bloom Episode 309 - Mums the World- Features Ocean Breeze Flower Farms https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-309-mum-s-the-word Email J@uBloom.com Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 6 - Companion Podcast to Episode 103 - The Romance of Flowers | 29 Sep 2025 | 00:38:42 | |
Hi friends, and welcome back to Behind The Bloom Podcast! I’m J Schwanke, and this week’s episode is a very special companion to Season One, Episode 103 of Life In Bloom —The Romance of Flowers. In that episode, I visited a beautiful rose grower in California, enjoyed a flower-inspired cocktail hour, and shared so many wonderful stories about the timeless romance that flowers bring into our lives. It was such a fun episode to revisit, and today I’m excited to take you behind the scenes and share even more from that journey. So let’s dive in—right here on Behind The Bloom Podcast. Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 5 - RJ's Experience on Set for an Episode of J Schwanke's Life In Bloom | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:36:01 | |
Welcome back to Behind The Bloom Podcast with J Schwanke and RJ Pole! In this episode, listeners get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the filming of Life In Bloom with host and celebrity florist J Schwanke. Co-host RJ Pole joined J on set to experience the creative process firsthand—and even stepped in front of the camera to share his passion for birdwatching. From the artistry of flower arranging to the unexpected stories that happen during production, this episode offers a rare glimpse into how Life In Bloom comes together. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about flowers, creativity, and nature—only on Behind The Bloom Podcast. Birds of Feather Talk Together - https://open.spotify.com/show/4JmbW07OZop8l8sIfSXABF Episode 202- From Farm to Plate to Vase - https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-202-from-farm-to-plate-vase Season 8 Preview - featuring Amanda & RJ- https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/sizzle-reel-for-season-8-of-j-schwanke-s-life-in-bloom Accent Decor- www.AccentDecor.com Maureen “Mo” Stein - Certified Forest Interpreter https://natureology.me/ Flowers from Sky’s the Limit - https://www.flowersfromskysthelimit.com/ Chris Randall and Keith Golinski- Fulvew Productions - www.fulvewfilms.com Raul Velasco Photographer- https://www.photographybyalejandro.com/ Episode 409 Birds of a Feather- Photographing Hummingbirds Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 4 - Companion Podcast to Episode 102 - Life in Bloom - Protea- Long Term Beauty | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:35:20 | |
This week on Behind The Bloom Podcast, we’re revisiting Life In Bloom Episode 102 — Protea: Long Term Beauty. Protea are truly unlike any other flower—prehistoric, unique, and nearly 300 million years old. I’ll take you behind the scenes of our visit to Resendiz Brothers Protea Farm in Fallbrook, CA, where we filmed among breathtaking fields and connected with the incredible Mel Resendiz. Plus, I team up with my friend Jennifer Ackerman Heywood for Protea block printing (yes, with a funny mishap) and a playful Flower Crown segment you won’t want to miss. We’ll wrap by exploring why Protea are so beloved—long-lasting, versatile, and extraordinary. Episode on uBloom - https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-102-protea-long-term-beauty A Spring Visit to Resendiz Brothers Farm- with Mel Resendiz- https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/the-ca-grown-experience-on-ubloom-returns-to-resendiz-brothers-protea-growers Fun with Flowers Book- https://www.ubloom.com/store/p/fun-with-flowers-and-j-book CA Grown Experience with Resendiz Brothers Protea Farm https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/the-ca-grown-experience-on-ubloom-visits-resendiz-brothers A Visit to FBI Flowers- https://ubloom.vhx.tv/admin/manage/videos/3485082/general J arranging on a Mountain at FBI Flowers- https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/arranging-flowers-with-jennifer-at-fbi-flowers CA Grown Experience Archive- https://watch.ubloom.com/the-california-grown-experience Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 3 - J's Favorite Tip - Cold Water! | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:32:52 | |
This week we’re tackling one of the most common questions I get asked: We’ll dig into one of my favorite tips — Cold Water! We’re also answering some great questions like whether you should cut flowers underwater, and what tool is best for cutting stems. I’ll throw in bonus tips from Bloom 365 just to give your flowers a better chance to thrive. Plus, we’ll chat a bit about Chrysal — the flower care company I’ve partnered with for years — and my own background in flower care science. If you want even more guidance, be sure to check out my books Links Included in this episode: Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 2 - Companion Podcast to Episode 101 - Life in Bloom - The Pilot! | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:43:06 | |
This week on Behind The Bloom Podcast, I’m taking you all the way back to the very beginning — Life In Bloom Episode 101. We’ll revisit where it all started: the inspiration, the creation, and the mission behind the show. What does it really mean to live a Life In Bloom? I’ll share some behind-the-scenes stories from that very first day of filming. How we pulled the crew together, found the perfect location, and how my producer Kel and I collaborated to bring the vision to life. We’ll also revisit single flower arrangements. I’ll tell you why I wanted that to be the very first flower project we featured on the show. Then it’s on to the Featured Flower — the Gerbera Daisy! I’ll explain why this bright, cheerful bloom was the perfect way to kick things off, the beautiful variety of colors it comes in, and some of the symbolism behind those vibrant petals. Next we’ll shake things up with Flower Cocktail Hour — I’ll tell you how the Hibiscus Mojito became our first signature drink, and I’ll even let you in on where I find all those fabulous vintage glasses we use. We’ll also talk about the Recipes in Bloom segment with my very first Life in Bloom guest, Kim Carson. I’ll share a story from the very first flower crown segment. There’s a lot packed into this episode — I can’t wait to share it with you, let’s go Behind The Bloom! Links featured in this Podcast: J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom - Episode #101 - The Life in Bloom Pilot Hibiscus Mojito Recipe https://www.ubloom.com/blog/2016/10/13/hibiscus-mojito-recipe?rq=Hibiscus%20Mojito Mango Avocado Salad Recipe Dramm Color Point Tools - Compact Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 1 - Where to Get Flowers- and Make them Last Longer! | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:36:39 | |
This week on Behind The Bloom Podcast…I’m excited to share a little more about my flower world with all of you. I’ll be talking about how I first fell in love with flowers, the inspiration behind my show Life In Bloom, as well as break down what you can expect on our podcast. I’ll also be diving into my books, Bloom 365 and Fun With Flowers. In fact, I’ll share one of my favorite tips straight from Bloom 365—Tip 21: Grab a Bucket. Trust me, you’ll definitely want to have one handy after this episode! RJ and I also talk about what he loves most about Life In Bloom, and together we’ll explore creative ways to discover flowers beyond your own backyard—like visiting a local farmers market or connecting with a flower farmer nearby. Ok, let’s get into the episode and go Behind The Bloom! Links featured in this Podcast: Flower Research Studies - ubloom.com/Research Bob Ross Episode with J - ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-702-painting-and-flowers Donate to the Life in Bloom Foundation - thelifeinbloomfoundation.org THANK YOU! The Life in Bloom Episode Archive- ubloom.com/LifeinBloom Fun with Flowers & J Book- ubloom.com/store/p/fun-with-flowers-and-j-book Bloom 365 Book- ubloom.com/store/p/bloom-365-book Chrysal Professional 3 Solution - chrysalflowerfood.com/product/chrysal-professional-3-vase-solution Idlewild Flower Farm- idlewildfarm.com Podcast Edited by: Sam Schickel Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Introducing: Behind The Bloom Podcast! | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:02:18 | |
Here is a teaser for the upcoming podcast: Behind The Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole! 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! Why Listen?
Hit Subscribe- and let’s Start Growing Your very own LIFE IN BLOOM- with J & RJ! Watch Every Episode of “J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom” anytime at the following: Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 17 - Companion Episode #110 - A Flower Arrangers Best Friend | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:42:19 | |
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! Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 16 - Christmas Flower Traditions with J and RJ! | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:41:37 | |
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! Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 15 - Companion to Episode #109 All Foliage - Living Green- J Schwanke's Life in Bloom | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:35:13 | |
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! Episode #109 - Living Green - J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom
J’s Award Winning Book- Bloom 365 - Buy it here! Florida Fabulous Foliage Tour Collection on uBloom Coontie Fern - https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/palms-and-cycads/coontie/ Indoor Living Wall Kit - https://www.kinsmangarden.com/set-of-four-living-wall-planters-w-liners-each-in-color-gift-box/?setCurrencyId=1 Monstera Madness Flower Trend 2019 Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 14 - Companion to J Schwanke's Life in Bloom #108 Flower Power | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:38:19 | |
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- Bloom 365 - Buy it here www.uBloom.com/Store Episode #108- Flower Power https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-108-flower-power Flower Health and Wellness Research www.uBloom.com/research Petal it Forward Campaign- Society of American Florist https://safnow.org/petalitforward/ Donate to The Life in Bloom Foundation- www.uBloom.com/donate Henna Crowns of Courage- By Amanda Gilbert - https://www.hennacrownsofcourage.org/ See Amanda and her story in Life in Bloom #608 - What’s the Tea- Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 13 - Companion 107 - Out on a Limb with Flowers and Fruit | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:34:10 | |
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 love flower arranging tips, fruity floral decor ideas, botanical fun facts, and behind-the-scenes stories from Life in Bloom, this is the perfect episode to brighten your day. Episode #107- Out on Limb with Flowers and Fruit https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-107-out-on-a-limb-with-fruit-and-flowers J’s Award Winning Book- Bloom 365- Filled with 365 Flower Arranging Tips https://www.ubloom.com/store/p/bloom-365-book Oil of Clove https://www.nowfoods.com/products/essential-oils/clove-oil Oasis Flower Foam and Flower Foam Forms https://www.oasisfloralproducts.com Chrysal Professional Glory - use the code uBloom10 https://chrysalflowerfood.com/product/chrysal-glory/ Original Show on uBloom- With Delphinum, Roses, Lemons https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/how-to-create-a-fruit-and-flower-arrangement J’s Color Card- in the uBloom Store Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 12 - Companion 106- Tulips- Year Round Spring | 09 Nov 2025 | 00:46:27 | |
Today on Behind the Bloom- we’re Talking Tulips and Episode 106 - Tulips- year round spring… I’ll share about my Friend, and tulip expert - Lane DeVries - and we’ll learn about Tulips from both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere. Of course I have Tulip arranging tips and I’ll explain why Tulips are the EASIEST flower to Arrange… Tulips aren’t just for Spring! Now we can have Tulips all year round! Get ready to Tip-Toe through the Tulips with Me… and RJ Too! Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 11 - Celebrate Autumn with Flowers - Behind the Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:30:04 | |
Fall is my favorite time of the year… and I love celebrating Autumn with Flowers… We’ve dedicated a Life in Bloom Episode to Autumn decorating- as well as many more Video projects on uBloom.com. Fall is a perfect time to decorate with flowers - including Thanksgiving, of course! My Grandpa, Carnation Joe, was born on Thanksgiving… so I have plenty of fun stories to share! We’ll talk Pumpkins, Stained-glass Corn, and Lush Rose Centerpieces… it’s all about Autumn Flowers- this week on Behind the Bloom! Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 10 - Companion 105 - Succulents - The “Not Quite” Flowers | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:32:29 | |
Today on Behind the Bloom- RJ and I will be digging into the World of Succulents…The “not quite” flowers- and the subject of Episode 105 of “J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom” - We visit Succulents Gardens… an incredible resource in Mid-coast California. I’ll share memories behind this fun - and craft filled episode featuring the Echeveria- let’s get going and learn more about Succulents- the “Not Quite” Flowers! Edited by: Sam Schickel Episode #105 - Succulents - The ‘Not Quite’ Flowers https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-105-succulents-not-quite-flowers A visit to Succulent Gardens (CA Grown Experience) https://ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/the-ca-grown-experience-visits-succulent-gardens Robin Stockwell’s Book - Succulents - Ultimate Guide to Choosing Succulents! Succulent Gardens Website- https://sgplants.com/
Donkey Taqueria - Grand Rapids - https://www.donkeygr.com/ Episode #610 Dia de los Muertos- Jewelry Wire- Cutters and More J’s Book - Bloom 365- www.uBloom.com/Store Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At J’s Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to J’s Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase J’s Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store J’s Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||