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J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom
A Day for Lei
Season 7
Episode 705
Part two of our special trip to Hawaii, focused on the native art of the lei. A visit to a generational Pua Kenikeni tree and its care-takers. J chats with cultural practitioner Kimo about lei traditions and culture, then it’s off to the Lei-making contest and Lei Day celebration at Queen Kapiʻolani Park.
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J shares all things lavender, from hand-crafted soaps to arrangements and crafts.
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J explores unusual vessels for flower arranging with a visit to an antique market.
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J visits a garden center, offers tips on container gardening, and makes herbal cocktails.
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Learn about Japanese flower arts, from Ikebana flower arranging to the art of a Bonsai.
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J explores the forest and shares ways to experience a bit of its magic every day!
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J visits Hope Dahlias and learns about the positive effect flowers can have on people.
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J visits Crane Dance Farms and learns the value of pasture-raised food.
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J incorporates blooms and branches from the garden into arrangements for the home.
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Visit an orchid farm, create a wreath and learn how to care for your orchid plants.
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Bring more fun, whimsy, and wonder into your life with terrariums.
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Explore the ways flowers inspire and influence art, both in and out of the garden.
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Learn the history of the flower frog—a device used to help arrange flowers.