PJC Blogs
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,
The Importance of Grass Seed in Organic Turf Care
The Importance of Grass Seed in Organic Turf Care After nearly a year of persistent drought and below-normal precipitation across much of New England, many
Summer Turf Diseases and Insect Pests: Identification & Organic Prevention
Summer Turf Diseases and Insect Pests: Identification & Organic Prevention This time of the summer is one of the most challenging times of the year
Summer Turf Tips: Stay Ahead of the Heat
Summer Turf Tips: Stay Ahead of the Heat Summer brings longer days, warmer temperatures, and new challenges for turf managers. Whether you’re maintaining residential lawns,
World Cup Grass Fields Renew the Turf Debate
World Cup Grass Fields Renew the Turf Debate The 2026 FIFA World Cup has done more than showcase world-class soccer. It has also highlighted an
Beetle Activity Alert: Grub Season Is Underway in the Northeast
Beetle Activity Alert: Grub Season Is Underway in the Northeast Throughout July and into August, beetles are actively flying and laying eggs across the Northeast.
How to Distinguish Crabgrass from Goosegrass
Crabgrass (Digitaria spp.) and goosegrass (Eleusine indica) are two common summer annual weeds that plague lawns, athletic fields, and turfgrass areas. Although they appear similar,
Summer Lawn Diseases: How to Identify Leaf Spot, Brown Patch, and Other Common Turf Problems
Summer Lawn Diseases: How to Identify Leaf Spot, Brown Patch, and Other Common Turf Problems During the heat and humidity of summer, many property managers,
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
Common Summer Weeds Caused by Wet Soil Conditions
Common Summer Weeds Caused by Wet Soil Conditions When scouting lawns or athletic fields, always ask one important question: Why is this weed growing here?
