As we transition out of July heat and into prime turf growing season, optimize your opportunity to grow lush green grass with these late summer
PJC Blogs
Managing Grubs in Lawns and Athletic Fields
In the Northeast, beetles are currently flying and will be laying eggs during July. Managing grubs is an important part of ensuring a lawn or
About OMRI You’ve seen the labels when shopping, and may be wondering “What does OMRI Listed mean?” The Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) is an
The fertilizer market is big, and with so many options, it’s tough to know where to start. Know how to read fertilizer labels as you’re
Summer Fungal Disease in Grass: Leaf Spot
In an organic program, when good cultural practices are followed, we seldom encounter summer fungal disease in grass. Although, when diseases present, leaf spot is perhaps
Nitrogen Fertilizer and Soil Acidity
Excerpts from UMASS Hort Notes 2024 Vo. 35:4…Many soils in Massachusetts are naturally acidic (pH below 6.5). Notably, acidic soil can stunt growth, reduce nutrient
When it comes to mowing lawns and athletic fields, best mowing practices matter. Although it’s a basic operation, there are a lot of ways to
What Height To Mow Lawns and Athletic Fields
Generally, when looking at what height to mow, never remove more than one third of the grass height in a single mowing. Cutting the grass
How should you be watering your turf this season? Proper practices for watering turf grass in the summer is paramount. Building resilient turf takes a combination of proper fertility and cultural practices. Accordingly,
When scouting lawns and athletic fields for weeds, always ask yourself: “Why is this weed here?”. The answer always lies in the underlying soil conditions.