PJC Blogs
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,
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?
Clover, Oxalis, and Black Medic: Differences and Treatment
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
While it trended decades ago, there is a resurgence in the interest of incorporating clover in turf grasses. In UMASS Extension’s Monthly E-Newsletter, Jason Lanier—UMass
The Cause of Weeds in Your Lawn
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
Spring has sprung, and soon, so will weeds. When scouting lawns and athletic fields for weeds it’s important to ask yourself: “WHY is this weed
