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Great Explorations

Season 5 Episode 502 | 26m 31s

J shows ways to escape into the flower world without racking up thousands of miles. Visit a Japanese garden and sculpture park and become a flower tourist in J’s home town. Travel to the exotic world of Tiki where J creates an outstanding tropical flower arrangement and visits with friend Anthony Carpenter; a local artist who shares his passion for escape with his original art.

Aired: 03/31/23 | Expires: 03/31/26
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
J visits a butterfly garden, finding inspiration for flower arrangements and a cocktail.
J shares ways to enjoy flowers for the Christmas Holidays - including projects and crafts.
Dried Flowers take center stage as J shares his favorite tips for drying fresh Flowers!
J explores Innovations in the world of Flowers including technology and hybridization.
J hosts a savory swing through the herb garden – with fun and tasty projects!
J shares personal flower-themed collections: vases, hosta plants, trees, artwork and more!
J shares personal flower-themed collections: vases, hosta plants, trees, artwork and more!
J arranges blue Flowers – both natural and dyed – in this show about flowers of blue.
Flowers have a language all their own. J shares the meanings of flowers and their colors.
A show dedicated to the Calla Lily – used in unusual and unique flower arrangements.
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