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Butterflies in Bloom

Season 6 Episode 601 | 26m 46s

In this episode, butterflies are on the brain. J takes viewers to a garden blooming with butterflies at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, where he also finds inspiration for flower arrangements. J is joined by flower friend Cecelia for a butterfly project and a butterfly cocktail. Arrangements by a viewer are also shared.

Aired: 03/31/24 | Expires: 03/31/28
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
J shares ways to enjoy flowers for the Christmas Holidays - including projects and crafts.
J shares personal flower-themed collections: vases, hosta plants, trees, artwork and more!
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J shares the history of the bouquet, from nosegays to tussie mussies – and arranges them.
J is pushing petals for crafts, artwork, and even an hors d’ouerve with flower petals.
J shares personal flower-themed collections: vases, hosta plants, trees, artwork and more!
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