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All Reviews from Users
Column Headings:K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | Subject | K | C | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-10-05 | Sev | No lawn growth | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2012-08-20 | Joan | soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much. Joan |
| 2012-08-18 | Sandy | old plastic and rock | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you!! |
| 2012-06-27 | Gary | over watering | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for taking the time and trouble to answer my question. |
| 2012-06-23 | Morris | bush beans in peat | 8 | 8 | 8 | No | |
| 2012-06-15 | Helema | Dying White Ash tree | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much, Jim, for answering my question. I'm glad I found an expert - you! |
| 2012-05-29 | larry l | Planting japanese maple in | 10 | 9 | 10 | Yes | The comment about watering was a little confusing but in general it is much better than the advice at Lowes. |
| 2012-05-28 | Carol | Poor Drainage Area | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank You very much for your quick response. I will try a elevated bed and plant some next weekend and give it a go! |
| 2012-04-24 | Dennis | Roundup & Casaron | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks. That's the way I have been doing it, but just thought I would ask. |
| 2012-04-24 | Rick | Turning pale | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks. I'll try your recommendation |
| 2012-04-21 | Pat | weed and grass killer | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for the quick response. I will definately leave out the salt (except in the aspargus bed). |
| 2012-04-18 | penny | my bad soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | sounds wonderful... and easy. hope this works. thanks jim. |
| 2012-04-16 | Renee | Soil amendment | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2012-04-16 | Justin | Clear plastic in the | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for your help! I haven't done vines in the garden before so I'm still figuring that out. Thanks, Justin |
| 2012-03-22 | Bob | Charcoal and soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2012-03-18 | Mark | Weeds | 7 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you Jim |
| 2012-02-03 | Helen | poor drainage around young | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you! Relieved my worries about our oak tree. |
| 2011-11-12 | elizabe | soil microbes | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much |
| 2011-11-08 | Edward | Planting Flower Bulbs | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks Jim. That sounds logical. The instructions say "Water thoroughly after planting" but I don't know how much rain will fall on Thursday. I suppose if it's too light I can follow up with the hose and soak the soil in. The area is about 1/5 to 1/6 acre with about 300-320 holes for daffodils (yellow, early spring blooming), red tulips and white daffodils (mid-spring) and 120 holes for a two-deep row of dutch irises (late spring) across the front. Hopefully it will turn out somewhat close to what I'm planning. Thanks again. |
| 2011-11-02 | Ed | Bulbs and Weed Killer | 10 | 10 | 9 | No | Thanks for your feedback and advice; it seems to make sense. |
| 2011-11-01 | Prince | Soil Question | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2011-09-12 | Cheryly | soil preparation | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Oh, thank you so much for getting back to me. I have been so concerned about contamination in my soil that I cannot tell you how relieved I am to hear this. Mahalo nui loa (thank you very much) and Aloha! |
| 2011-09-12 | wendy | arborvitae problem | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you Jim, we will try that. |
| 2011-08-31 | Mary | Construction - Trees | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | The news wasn't good, but at least it gives me a reality check of what I'm in for over the next few years. Thank you. |
| 2011-08-28 | Jim | soil amendment - Mn | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for all your help. It will take some time to fix the soil and with your help I'll get a good start. |
| 2011-08-05 | Steve | Rhubarb plant | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Once again Jim thanks for your help.... Steve |
| 2011-07-16 | Robert | Soil around foundation of | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Clear and concise answer given. Thank you |
| 2011-06-29 | Travis | New Soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much James!! Just went and bought a new rake and feel much better that I should just be able to rake it. Much appreciated. |
| 2011-06-28 | Kelly | residue | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2011-06-28 | Helen | coffee grinds | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Clear, concise and speedy response. Helped me understand why using coffee grinds might occasionally benefit a sago palm but could be harmful to other plants. Will follow recommendation to place grinds in compost pile instead. |
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James L. Crowder
Expertise
I can answer questions about soils, soil amendments, drainage and proper planting. I can answer questions about insects and diseases, weed control, etc. I have extensive background in homeowner labeled pesticides (insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, etc.) and their proper use. I can also answer questions about the growing requirements of specific plants.
Experience
I have 40 years experience in the lawn and garden business split fairly evenly between the retail nursery business and wholesale distribution of consumer lawn and garden products. From 1990 to 2000 I co-hosted a weekly call-in talk radio program in Memphis, TN.
Organizations
Garden Writers Association
Publications
Green Thumb Magazine - out of print
Education/Credentials
40 years of learning everday.
Awards and Honors
Past president of the Memphis Horticultural Society.
Past president of the Memphis Bonsai Society.
Memphis Horticultural Society 2008 Horticultural Excellence Award
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