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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-08-18 | S | large cracks in the | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you, Jim! That's what we've started to do. Plans are in the works to eventually revitalize the lawn, and hopefully correct this problem. Thanks again! |
| 2008-08-10 | pru | clayey soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-08-07 | Annette | clay soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | very good! |
| 2008-08-05 | Lou | soil fungus | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | it's really nice to actually get a response so quickly..many thanks |
| 2008-08-05 | Mike | Bare spots | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Great advice! Some things I have done or am doing, but others I didn't know about. Fast response, too. Thanks so much! |
| 2008-08-05 | sharon | astibes | 3 | 3 | 5 | No | did not get an answer as to what to amend them with |
| 2008-08-04 | Lyle | Nematodes | 9 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you James. |
| 2008-08-04 | aki | a lot of worms | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for the reply. I will go with your recommendation. |
| 2008-07-26 | Amber | Dog Urine on Maple | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-07-21 | sara | mulch tilled into clay | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | very excellent. thanks so very much. feel better about it now. |
| 2008-07-16 | Lesa | Can mushrooms harm vegatable | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much for your assistance. I was not too worried about the ants as I had not heard of them causing many garden problems but there are just so many down inside my blossoms, corn stalks, etc that I wanted to be sure. |
| 2008-07-15 | shirley | lawn care | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your quick response. I will do what you have suggested. |
| 2008-07-11 | Brenda | mosquitos | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you, I will try your suggestion. |
| 2008-07-09 | Janie | Red Tip Photinia | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your advice. I will do what you say. |
| 2008-07-07 | Jane | I think my soil | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks! ;) |
| 2008-06-30 | Aussie | Will hydrated lime kill | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thabks so very muxh for your prompt reply! |
| 2008-06-30 | Sarah | black mold? | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you for your prompt response |
| 2008-06-30 | Amanda | I don't know what | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you. I didn't realize that local nurseries would help out that much. |
| 2008-06-28 | Jimmy | Draining | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very helpful. Thanks a lot |
| 2008-06-27 | Derrick | Insecticide / Garden Dying | 8 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you, James. I will continue to water... some of the smaller plants look as if they're not going to make it, but I think the larger one's might live. There is a lesson here for me (and others) to make certain to test a product on one plant before proceeding with a full treatment. Most of the plants are shocked at the very least (pumpkins, cucumber and tomatoes)and I wonder if they will reach their full potential at the end of the growing season(?). Again, thanks a lot and I appreciate your comments. Cheers, >D< |
| 2008-06-27 | Fred | Lime | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Appreciate your prompt and knowledgable response! F White |
| 2008-06-27 | Abigail | Slime Mold Powder | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you! |
| 2008-06-26 | Robert | Burnt Lawn | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-06-26 | Jim | White colored fungus(?) under | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Suggestions make sense to me. |
| 2008-06-24 | Judy | white stuff (maybe mold) | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your help. I showed it to the local arboretum yesterday and was told that a fungicide wouldn't work, but don't worry about it. The biggest problem is if it gets so thick that the plant is not getting water. Break it up in that case and remove. Thanks for your reply. Judy |
| 2008-06-23 | Peggy | rust colored mushrooms? | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thank you I will follow up with a nursey. |
| 2008-06-23 | gina | wood chips | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-06-20 | Jessica | dog poop in veggie | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much for the quick response! What a relief-- I can rest easy now. |
| 2008-06-19 | Heather | cat urine killing my | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you Jim, for your very timely reply. I tested the soil and the ph is within the proper range at 6.5. I have applied mothballs and will wait and see if they work. If not, my next step will be the motion/sprinkler system. |
| 2008-06-19 | lorenz | SOIL | 9 | 9 | 10 | No | THANK YOU! |
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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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