James Underwood Crockett Biography

Fast Facts

• Was nominated for a Daytime Emmy in 1978 for his work on "The Victory Garden․"
• In 1935, he graduated from the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
• In 1950, he decided to sell his flower shop to become a full-time writer after his small publication, "Flowery Talks," became extremely popular
• After leaving the military, he returned home to work as a local florist
• Was best known for his stint as the host of "The Victory Garden․"
• Served as the director of the American Horticultural Society
• During World War II, he served in the United States Navy