James Underwood Crockett

James Underwood Crockett (October 9, 1915 – July 11, 1979) was a celebrity gardener and author. Crockett is known as the original host of The Victory Garden on PBS television. == Early life == October 9, 1915, Crockett was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Crockett's father was Earle Royce Crockett. Crockett's mother was Inez Underwood Crockett. == Education == Crockett studied horticulture at University of Massachusetts and was a member of the Alpha Tau Gamma Fraternity. In Texas, Crockett …