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The Stinking Rose

Season 6 Episode 603 | 26m 46s

This episode features the “other” rose - garlic. A visit to Brickyard Farms, famous for growing Garlic in abundance. J creates an arrangement including garlic scapes. A garlic roll recipe is included -as well as a fresh garlic infused martini? Arrangements by a viewer and her family are also shared.

Aired: 03/31/24 | Expires: 03/31/28
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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