PJC Blogs
How to Choose the Best Organic Fertilizer (What “Organic” Really Means)
How to Choose an Organic Fertilizer Many products are marketed as “organic,” but consumers rarely know the differences in what’s actually in the bag. Certain
Why Soil Testing is the Foundation of Organic Turf Care
Why Soil Testing is the Foundation of Organic Turf Care “If we all went away, trees and woody shrubs would eventually take over… Lawns don’t
Cultural Practices: The Key to Success in the Healthy Turf Circle
Cultural Practices: The Key to Success in the Healthy Turf Circle The fourth element of the Healthy Turf Circle is cultural practices. Without proper cultural
Soil Structure and Turf Care: Building the Foundation for Healthy, Resilient Lawns
Soil Structure and Turf Care: Building the Foundation for Healthy, Resilient Lawns The third component of the PJC Healthy Turf Circle is soil structure. Many
Soil Biology and Turf Care: Building Healthy Grass from the Ground Up
Soil Biology and Turf Care: Building Healthy Grass from the Ground Up If you haven’t yet, check out last week’s blog, “Soil Chemistry and Turf”,
PJC’s Practical Organic Turf Care Approach When it comes to growing turf, there are things outside our control and things that are unrealistic to try
Why and When to Lime Your Lawn: The Key to Healthy Soil and Turf
Introduction Healthy turf starts from the ground up, and that means paying attention to your soil’s pH. Liming your lawn isn’t just a fall maintenance
What is Soil Compaction and Why is it Harmful to Grass Growth?
What is Soil Compaction and Why is it Harmful to Grass Growth? Soil is made up of four essential components: minerals (sand, silt, clay, and
Best Shade Trees for Lawns By Fred Newcombe Labor Day marks the beginning of the fall tree‑planting season. Now is the perfect time to choose
Seasonal Outlook & Drought Comparison for New England Lawns — 2025 vs. 2024
Seasonal Outlook & Drought Comparison for New England Lawns — 2025 vs. 2024 Seasonal Outlook for 2025 As we enter the August–October 2025 period, the
