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About Us

Gary Crum founded Lawn Tamer LLC in 1988 while studying Turfgrass Management at Purdue University. He received his B.S. in Agronomy in 1989.  

Gary specializes in soil fertility.  He has years of experience helping thousands of homeowners and commercial properties with proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment programs.

Our approach is to build fertile soils and a healthy root system to ensure that the turf grass plants will thrive in all environments.

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Gary Crum

Owner/President

Background:  Gary grew up on his family farm and has experience in livestock and row crop management.

Experience:  35 years in the Green Industry

Endorsements:  B.S. in Agronomy from Purdue University, State Certified Supervisor license in categories: 3B-Turfgrass, 3A-Tree & Shrub, 6-Right of way/Open drains, 7A-Structural Pest Control

Strengths:  Customer Service, Diagnosing Pest problems, Purchasing Agent, Estimates/Sales

Awards/Honors:  MRTF Board of Directors 2007-2013, Frankfort Building Trades Board of Directors, 2018 MRTF Award of Achievement

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Tom Cole

Production Manager/Supervisor

Background:  Tom grew up on the family farm and worked in his family's greenhouse business.  He also has experience with landscape design and installation.

Experience:  38 years in the Green Industry

Endorsements:  B.S. from Indiana University Kelley School of Business, State Certified Supervisor license in category 3B Turf Care

Strengths:  Production Manager/Supervisor, Vegetation Management, Weed and brush control on open drains and non-crop areas, Problem diagnosis and troubleshooting turf pests

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Brent Eaton

Senior Lawn Technician/Vegetation Control Expert

Background:  Brent grew up on the family farm and has experience with landscape design and installation.

Experience:  30 years in the Green Industry

Endorsements:  Studied Landscape Management at Vincennes University, State Certified Supervisor license in 3B Turf Care

Strengths:  Vegetation Management, Weed/brush control on open drains and non-crops areas, Problem diagnosis and troubleshooting turf pests, Landscape design and installation, Shop mechanic, Ride-on specialist

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Kyle Hodges

Senior Lawn Technician

Background:  Kyle has been involved in golf course management and lawn care.

Experience:  18 years in the Green Industry

Endorsements:  Graduated from Boone County Law Enforcement Academy, State Certified Supervisor license in 3B Turf Care

Strengths:  Lawn Technician, GPS Specialist, IT Technician

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Brock Neff

Senior Lawn Technician/Tree & Shrub/Pest Control Expert

Background:  Brock grew up with an interest in horticulture, golf course management, and soil science.

Experience:  6 years in the Green Industry

Endorsements:  B.S. in Turf and Landscape Management from Purdue University, State Certified Supervisor license in 3B Turf Care, 3A Tree and Shrub, 7A Structural Pest Control

Strengths:  Pest diagnosis in lawns, trees and shrubs, Landscape design and installation, Computer and IT Technician

Awards/Honors: 9th place in 2018 GCSAA Turf Bowl, 2018 MRTF Dan Weisenberger Scholarship

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Mason Crum

Senior Lawn Technician

Background:  Mason grew up on the family farm and enjoys working with people.

Experience:  3 years in the Green Industry

Endorsements:  B.S. in Marketing from Indiana State University, State Certified Supervisor license in 3B Turf Care

Strengths:  Lawn Technician, GPS Specialist, Computer and IT Technician

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