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J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom
Día de los Muertos
Season 6
Episode 610
On this episode we are learning all about Día 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 maché 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.
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Explore different ways of celebrating life through flowers.

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Precious violets, easy centerpieces and a regal showstopper with lilacs.

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Advice from an expert lily grower, including planting bulbs and essential care techniques.

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Explore plants to improve the health of your home, palm-weaving and an artichoke spritzer.

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Visit a bee apiary, learn to support pollinators and a cocktail featuring honey.

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Explore the sentiment of hearts and flowers and how they combine to express emotion.

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Visit the world-famous Flower Fields in California and learn what to grow in your garden.

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J visits a local farm with sustainable practices for better nutrition and overall health.

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J introduces ways to wear flowers – from boutonnières to lower jewelry.

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J applies color theory in fun arrangements, food and cocktails.

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J visits a farm in South America that grows cut garden roses.

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J connects with pets and flowers and showcases a classic poodle mum flower arrangement.