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,
5 Common Summer Weeds That Thrive in Wet Soil (And How to Stop Them)
When scouting lawns or athletic fields for weeds, always ask yourself: “Why is this weed here?” The answer almost always lies in underlying soil conditions
Managing Summer Weeds Starts with Soil Health
As spring fades into summer, a new wave of weeds begins to emerge. Environmental stressors—like drought and extreme heat—make it difficult for cool-season turfgrasses to
Early Summer Turf Care Tips – Part 2
Advanced Practices for Weed, Pest, and Equipment Management Following Part 1, welcome back for Part 2 of our Early Summer Turf Care Series. These next
Mow High in May, June, and July: A Key to Healthy, Resilient Lawns
Spring is in full swing, and turfgrass is starting to grow rapidly. At PJC Organic, we live by the phrase: “Mow High – May, June,
Customer Spotlight: How Staple Landscapes Is Growing with Organic Lawn Care
I spent some time talking with Nick Staples—Co-Owner of Staple Landscapes and PJC customer since fall 2023—to feature as our customer spotlight. We discussed Nick’s
Why Organic Matter Matters for Resilient Spring Lawns
Spring brings fluctuating temperatures and increased moisture—conditions that can stress your lawn. The key to building a strong, resilient turf during this time? Discover why
How to Mow Grass in Spring: 7 Lawn Mowing Tips for Healthy Turf
Looking to improve your lawn’s health this season? Knowing how to mow grass in spring is one of the most important steps to promote strong,
As turf grass emerges from dormancy, clover often beats it out of the starting blocks. Clover is a cool-season perennial and is more likely to
A key part of looking ahead to the new season is remembering where we left off last fall. Most areas in the Northeast were somewhere
