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?
- Perfect for anyone who loves flowers
- Learn J’s secrets for longer-lasting blooms
- Hear fun, true stories from J’s flower-filled life
- Go behind every Life in Bloom episode
- Pick up expert arranging tips and techniques
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:
Streaming on the FREE PBS App- or www.PBS.org
J’s Website- uBloom.com/LifeInBloom
Find local PBS/Create TV Schedules- uBloom.com/Find
Behind the Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole
Episode 14 - Companion to J Schwanke's Life in Bloom #108 Flower Power
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/
Jack Jones giving Flowers on the Street https://www.facebook.com/jackjonestv Bette Midler sings “Hello in There” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oq51a-wyPnw
Order Chrysal Flower Food www.ChrysalFlowerFood.com -
save 10% use our Discount code- ubloom10
Donate to The Life in Bloom Foundation- www.uBloom.com/donate
West Michigan Home and Garden Show- Feb 26 - March 1, 2026 https://showspan.com/wmh/
Chef Jenna’s Food Hugs- https://foodhugs.org/
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-
https://watch.ubloom.com/life-in-bloom-season-6/videos/episode-608-what-s-the-tea
Cognitive Memory increased by Rosemary Study https://pmc.ncbi
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
Instagram.com/j_schwankes_life_in_bloom
Facebook.com/jschwankeflowers