July 24, 2024
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Following up with Part 1 of Late Summer Turf Tips, add the following 6 tips to your to-dos in the coming weeks. Ensure a smooth
PJC Blogs
July 22, 2024
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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
July 12, 2024
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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
July 8, 2024
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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
July 2, 2024
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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
June 26, 2024
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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
June 24, 2024
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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
June 20, 2024
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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
Clover, Oxalis, and Black Medic: Differences and Treatment
June 10, 2024
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First, Clover, Oxalis, and Black Medic are three common summer weeds that are often misidentified. Although these weeds can all be confused for one another—and
Summer Weeds From Compacted Soil
June 3, 2024
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Summer weeds are arriving on the coattails of spring weeds. Environmental conditions—like drought and extreme heat—make it difficult for cool-season turf grasses to compete with