PJC Blogs
Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Build Better Soil with Lime
Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Build Better Soil with Lime Healthy Turf Starts Below the Surface Every fall, homeowners begin thinking about fertilizer,
Best Shade Trees for Lawns: Protecting Cool-Season Turf in New England
As New England continues to experience extended periods of drought, hotter summers, more frequent heat waves, shade trees have become one of the most valuable
What is Soil Compaction and Why is it Harmful to Grass Growth?
Soil Compaction: what is it, how does it affect turf, and what to do about it? Soil is composed of four essential components: mineral particles (sand, silt,
Turf Dormancy Explained: Why Brown Grass Isn’t Always a Problem
This article was inspired by “Hot Topic (Literally): All About Turf Dormancy” by Jason Lanier, Turf Specialist and Commercial Horticulture Group Leader, UMass Extension, published
Why Organic Matter Matters for Healthy Soil and Turf
Why Organic Matter Matters for Healthy Soil and Turf Healthy turf begins below the surface. Organic matter plays a central role in building soil that
A Legacy of Growth: Celebrating Fred and the Roots of PJC
A Legacy of Growth: Celebrating Fred and the Roots of PJC There are moments in every company’s story when it’s worth pausing to look back
Spring Organic Turf Tips for the Northeast
Spring Organic Turf Tips A key part of looking ahead at spring organic turf tips is remembering where we left off last fall. Most areas
Cultural Practices that Encourage Spring Turf Growth
Cultural Practices That Encourage Spring Turf Growth As we’re on the cusp of spring work beginning, it’s important to remember how temperature determines when
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
