AboutJames L. Crowder Expertise I can answer questions about soils, soil amendments, drainage and proper planting. 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 37 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
Horticultural Board of the Mid South Fair
Publications Green Thumb Magazine - out of print
Education/Credentials 37 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
Question We have bare spots on the lawn of our rental property from the former tenets dogs....how should I treat these spots to regrow grass? There are also some very green lush spots - any advice on how to make the lawn uniform in length and density? thanks for the help!!!
Answer Hi Faden, First check your pH. It should be around 6.5 and add lime if it's too low, sulphur if it's too high. Once correct, start on the proper fertilizer and mowing program based on your type of grass. Check with your local garden center for their recommendations.
You may need to sow seed or sod but again, when it should be done, depends on your type of grass. You'll need to loosen (till) the bare spots caused by soil compaction before you plant.
With just a little work, you can have a nice lawn fairly quickly. Jim
