Renowned plant specialist Bryson James, PhD, passed away Saturday following an extended illness. He was 86.Mr. James was well-known throughout the nursery industry, especially for his volunteer work with the Southern Nursery Association where he directed the organization’s annual research conference for 37 years. His knowledge of plants, chemicals, fertilizer, and best growing practices was trusted by many nurserymen in Warren County and beyond.“I know he helped me and he helped hundreds of other nurserymen throughout the Southeast,” said Terry Hines of Hale and Hines Nursery.