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Keeping up with the Joneses
by Eric & Jennifer Jones
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones bring you "Keeping Up with The Joneses" LIVE weekday mornings from 8am to 9am EST only on Turfs Up Radio - your industry, your station. We've got you covered in the Green Industry with live interviews from industry leaders and coverage at all the tradeshows and events. We will share tips and tricks of the trade as well as education to improve your knowledge base and business expertise. Eric is a professor of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. Jennifer is a Horticulturist and Business Consultant. Together, they own Elite Landscape Contractors, Inc. and Turf Teacher, Inc. They have 5 kids and 5 dogs and live on their 30 acre strawberry farm.
Episodes
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Bonds, Bids & Building Trust: What Every Landscaper Needs to Know
What do bid bonds, performance bonds, payment bonds, and maintenance bonds actually do—and why are they so important in the construction and green industry? In this episode of "Keeping Up with the Joneses, Eric and Jennifer Jones break down the world of surety bonds in plain English. Whether…
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We Are Built for Relationships
In a world that feels more connected than ever—but often leaves us feeling more disconnected—this episode of Keeping Up with the Joneses dives into a truth we all need to be reminded of: We are built for relationships. Join Jennifer and Eric Jones as they unpack the importance of meaningful...
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Memorial Day Special
This Memorial Day weekend, Keeping Up with the Joneses on Turf’s Up Radio pauses to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸 Join Eric & Jennifer Jones for a special Memorial Day tribute filled with heartfelt reflection, gratitude, inspiration, and the...
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Working in the Family Business with Rayne Gibson
This morning on Turf’s Up Radio, join Rayne Gibson and Eric Jones (The Turf Teacher) for a real, honest conversation about the unique rewards and challenges of working in a family business in the Green Industry. From building a legacy together to balancing business decisions with personal...
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AI in Landscape Architecture & Design
AI in Landscape Architecture & Design "Can AI design the perfect landscape?" "From backyard concepts to master plans, artificial intelligence is reshaping landscape architecture and design." "But is it a creative partner—or competition?" "Join The Turf Teacher and The Turfette on Turf’s Up Radio...
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AI for Landscapers, Tool or Threat?
AI for Landscapers: Work Smarter, Design Faster, Grow Bigger 🤖🌱 Artificial intelligence is no longer the future—it’s here, and it’s changing the landscaping industry fast. From landscape design and client presentations to estimating, marketing, scheduling, and customer communication, AI is...
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Sharpen Your Blades, Sharpen Your Mind
🎙️ Mowtivation | Are You Building a Business… or Just Building Another Job? Welcome to another powerful episode on Turf’s Up Radio, where we dig deeper than turf and talk about the mindset behind success in the Green Industry. In today’s Mowtivation Show, we’re asking the tough question every...
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Gardens of the World: Global Design, Local Impact
Today on Turf’s Up Radio, we traveled the world through garden design—from the structured elegance of France to the natural beauty of England and the survival-driven gardens of the Middle East. Learn how global design influences your local landscape—and how to use it to build better, smarter, and...
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Turfgrass Anatomy & Physiology
🌱 TOMORROW ON TURF’S UP RADIO 🌱 We’re breaking down Turfgrass Anatomy & Physiology — the REAL science behind what makes lawns thrive… or fail. 👉 What’s happening below the surface 👉 How turf actually grows and responds 👉 Why timing, nutrients, and environment matter 👉 How to get BETTER...
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“Strawberries & Stakes: Farming, Risk, and the Gamble We Take”
In this episode of Turf’s Up Radio, we dig deep into the world of 🍓strawberry farming—and the reality that every season is a gamble. From planting to harvest, strawberry growers invest time, money, and faith into a crop that’s highly sensitive to weather, disease, labor, and market swings. One...
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The Code of a Godly Man: Faith, Discipline & Provision in the Green Industry
What does it really mean to be a Godly man in today’s world—and how does that apply to the green industry? In this powerful episode of Turf’s Up Radio, we break down key principles inspired by a message from Josh Howerton and connect them directly to life as a contractor, business owner, and...
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The Power of Turfgrass in America
In this episode, the Green Industry Couple breaks down the turfgrass industry from the ground up. From environmental benefits and climate impact to career opportunities and industry growth, this episode reveals why turfgrass is more than just grass—it’s one of the most important systems in the...
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Legacy & Culture in a Green Industry Business
This morning’s show wasn’t just talk… it was legacy. From a father’s strawberry farm 🍓 to the foundation of what it means to build something that lasts… We talked about the kind of impact that goes beyond business. 🌱 Legacy isn’t what you leave behind— It’s what you build into others. We also...
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⛳ 🌱 The Masters Effect: What Augusta Can Teach Every Lawn Pro
On this episode of "Keeping Up With the Joneses" on Turf’s Up Radio, The Green Industry Couple dives into what we’re calling “The Masters Effect”—the powerful influence that elite turf management at Augusta National has on expectations across the entire green industry. From the flawless fairways…
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Faith, Sacrifice & Stewardship of the Land"
Today we pause. Not just as business owners. Not just as operators. But as stewards of something bigger. “Faith, Sacrifice & Stewardship of the Land.” In the Green Industry, we work the soil, shape the land, and bring life to the spaces around us… but today is a reminder: ➡️ Faith guides us ➡️...
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Monday Mindset: Operator vs Owner
🎙️ This Monday on Turf’s Up Radio + Turf Teacher We’re breaking it down: 🔥 Owner vs Operator mindset 🔥 Why most contractors stay stuck 🔥 How to start building systems that free you 🔥 The shift that takes you from busy → profitable 💬 No fluff. Just real talk that grows your business. TURF...
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2026 Landscape Design Trends
“2026 Landscape Design Trends: What’s In, What’s Out & What Makes Money” 🚨 LANDSCAPERS: If your designs still look like 2015… you’re losing money in 2026. Join us on Turf’s Up Radio as we break down the BIGGEST landscape design trends that are separating $5K jobs from $50K projects. 🔥 What…
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Spring Startups for Landscapers
“Spring is coming — and if you’re not ready, you’re already behind. Tune in to Turf’s Up Radio for Spring Startup Without the Scramble — a simple plan to help you take control of your busiest season. Don’t react to spring… own it. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE...
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CPP & Where to Find Green Industry Employees
“Good morning, Turf’s Up Radio family! You’re listening to the only radio station dedicated to the green industry… and today—we’re talking about something real… something personal… something a LOT of you are living every single day… 👉 "Where do I find employees?” “We discuss the Certified Plant...
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Running a Family Business in the Green Industry
“Good morning, Turf’s Up Radio family! You’re listening to the only radio station dedicated to the green industry… and today—we’re talking about something real… something personal… something a LOT of you are living every single day… 👉 Running a FAMILY BUSINESS.” “Whether it’s husband and wife,...
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Faith, Leadership & the Green Industry: The National Prayer Breakfast at Equip Expo
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones had the pleasure to have Ron Scheffler as a guest on the show to discuss the National Prayer Breakfast at Equip Expo. The breakfast is put on by Trades for Christ and is an annual event the first day of Equip Expo. This years Keynote...
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Conflict: The Hidden Key to Better Teams with David Cashwell
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview David Cashwell with SunTree Landscaping, Inc. and discuss how conflict can be a good thing in your marriage and business relationships. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Happy 21st Birthday Sydney & CPA Appointment
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones continue discussing the difference between a Landscape Architect and Designer and the education and licenses required to be each. We also wished Sydney Jones a very Happy 21st Birthday and talked about our upcoming appointment with…
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Landscape Architect or Designer
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss the difference between a Landscape Architect and Designer and the education and licenses required to be each. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette...
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The Spring Wake-Up Call
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss what landscapers should be doing right now. Topics included what lawns are coming out of right now, pre-emergent timing, early season profit services and common spring mistakes landscapers make. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA:...
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The Most Profitable Services Landscapers Are Missing Right Now
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss what services landscapers are missing out on right now. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADIO SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Landscapers Spring Rush
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss the spring rush that all landscapers face. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADIO SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/turfsupradio NCNLA...
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Employee Handbook for Landscapers Part 2
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are discussing why employee handbooks are so important no matter the size of your company. They protect you as an employer and your employees. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Employee Handbook for Landscapers
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are discussing why employee handbooks are so important no matter the size of your company. They protect you as an employer and your employees. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Using Independent Contractors for Landscape Jobs
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are discussing independent contractors as a source for the employee shortage. Why not hire other landscapers who have a speciality to work for you when needed. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE...
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Hiring Seasonal Landscape Workers
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss how to hire seasonal help during the busy months of landscaping. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA...
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I Like Turf's Up Radio Direction
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back Asheville, NC where they taught a ten hour seminar on Saturday for Irrigation & Landscape Contractors. Topics this morning included Turf's Up Radio's future direction and why licensing of the green industry is so important....
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Why Landscapers Loose Their Hair
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio discussing why landscapers loose their hair. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA...
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We Didn't Make the Farm Show
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio after getting half way to the Farm Show and having to turn around to head back home. Our HVAC system caught on fire so we rushed back home after we got the call in Charleston, WV. We also discussed…
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Live from the Farm Show with Lee Withers
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones talks with Lee Withers from Thunder Creek Equipment from the Farm Show. The show runs from February 11-14, 2026 at the same location the Equip Expo is held. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA…
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National Farm Machinery Show
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio and are trying to decide if they are going to the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY. The show runs from February 11-14, 2026 at the same location the Equip Expo is held. It will be a quick trip but...
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Ice, Snow, Salt & Hustle
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio to discuss snow plowing operations. Topics were pricing by the hour, by the event, by the inch and by the season as well as having the correct insurance in place. We also discussed retainers, mobilization fees...
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Tom Skeen with GreenStalk Garden
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio to interview Tom Skeen with GreenStalk Garden. Tom was an exhibitor at Green & Growin' this year and will be at Cultivate in July promoting their family business making vertical planters. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL...
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Excited for the TCNC Turfgrass & Technology Conference
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio today but headed to Cary, NC for the TCNC Turfgrass & Technology Conference at John Deere on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Green & Growin' 26 Recap
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones are back in the studio after a fun week in Greensboro for the Green & Growin' show! Topics on today's show included snowmegeddon, personal hygiene scares and our favorite times at the Green & Growin'! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA:...
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Day 2 Green & Growin' Show
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the second day of the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION...
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Green & Growin' Opening Morning
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast live from the Koury Convention Center for the NCNLA's Green & Growin' Show. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Our 100th Live Episode on Turf's Up Radio
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones broadcast their 100th live episode on Turf's Up Radio! We will be giving away a crisp 100 dollar bill today! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP...
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Faith and Family Businesses
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss faith and how working in a family business can be tough. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA...
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James Gorzynski Speaker at Green & Growin'
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview James Gorzynski with New Leaf Business Brokerage and Certified Exit Planners. James will be speaking at the Green and Growin' on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 8:30 - 9:20 am in Guilford D. The topic is Exiting 101…
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Rayne Gibson Keynote Speaker Green & Growin'
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview Rayne Gibson with Taproots Horticulture Consulting. Rayne is the keynote speaker at Green & Growin' on Wednesday, January 21st at 12:00 P.M. We also discussed what is your EDC or everyday carry for tradeshows! TURF TEACHER...
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Turf's Up Radio Partnership with Green & Growin'
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones discuss what Turf's Up Radio will be doing at Green & Growin' and where the Green Industry Couple will be the next few weeks! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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The NCNLA Staff Talk Green & Growin'
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones interview Cyndi Lauderdale, Directer of Education, and Kathryn Stansbury, Director of Business Development, of the NC Nursery & Landscape Assocation. TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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Planning for Trade Shows
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones talk about MANTS and Green and Growin' and how to plan for such events. Eric also did Traffic on the Turf and Landscape Tip of the Day! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA...
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What's Going On at Green and Growin'?
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones talk about the events and meetings going on at the Green and Grownin' 26! TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher THE TURFETTE SOCIAL MEDIA https://linktr.ee/theturfette TURF'S UP RADION SOCIAL MEDIA...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones bring you "Keeping Up with The Joneses" LIVE weekday mornings from 8am to 9am EST only on Turfs Up Radio - your industry, your station. We've got you covered in the Green Industry with live interviews from industry leaders and coverage at all the tradeshows and events. We will share tips and tricks of the trade as well as education to improve your knowledge base and business expertise.
Eric is a professor of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. Jennifer is a Horticulturist and Business Consultant. Together, they own Elite Landscape Contractors, Inc. and Turf Teacher, Inc. They have 5 kids and 5 dogs and live on their 30 acre strawberry farm.
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Eric & Jennifer Jones
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Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and Jennifer "The Turfette" Jones bring you "Keeping Up with The Joneses" LIVE weekday mornings from 8am to 9am EST only on Turfs Up Radio - your industry, your station. We've got you covered in the Green Industry with live interviews from industry leaders and coverage...
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