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J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom
Rose City
Season 6
Episode 607
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.
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The theme of shade includes flowers in containers suited to for shady spots.

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Flower friend Sandy Villegas shares paper flower making and Día de los Muertos traditions.

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Color principles - complimentary, analogous, and monochromatic - inform flower bouquets.

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A look at the tea leaves reveals an immediate future including flowers, family, and tea.

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Flowers and kids team up for exciting projects. Included: a visit with Wimee the Robot.

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Flower friend Sue Muldoon shows J weaving techniques. Then J joins flowers and weaving.

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A show about the “other” rose - garlic. A garlic farm, garlic scapes and a garlic martini.

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A flower farm founded by Dutch immigrants in a show about Dutch culture and flowers.

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J visits a butterfly garden, finding inspiration for flower arrangements and a cocktail.

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J shares ways to enjoy flowers for the Christmas Holidays - including projects and crafts.

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Flowers create memories! J shares how flowers enhance treasured times in your life!

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J shares foraging tips from an expert. Also: a recipe and a beverage with foraged flora.