5 Pro Tips for Stunning Seasonal Color Containers

Container plantings are an excellent way to enhance any landscape throughout the changing seasons in Boulder, Colorado Here are 5 Pro Tips for Stunning Seasonal Color Containers. Pro Tip #1 Choose the Right Container Choosing the right container is the first step toward stunning seasonal color containers. Glazed ceramic is

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Why Drainage Matters: Protecting Your Home in Boulder, CO

In Boulder, Colorado—a city that experienced the devastating Great Flood of 2013—effective drainage isn’t just a convenience; it’s a necessity. That historic event served as a wake-up call to many homeowners about the importance of managing water flow around their property. While such extreme events are rare, even routine rainstorms

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The Essential Components of an Effective Organic Lawn Care Program

From helping clean the air and trapping stormwater runoff to temperature cooling and mental health benefits, healthy lawns not only look great, they provide numerous benefits to people, communities, and our environment… especially when they managed and cared for organically. Safer, eco-friendly and effective, caring for lawns organically builds healthy

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Native Edge Voted Best of Boulder

Native Edge is honored to have been recently voted Best Landscaper again in Boulder Weekly’s 2025 Best of Boulder contest! But this is not our first Gold Medal win in the contest. The “Best Landscaper” category was added in 2022, and since then we have earned 1st place in both

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Making Soils Healthy Again With Microbes!

Microbial Soil Punch makes a BIG IMPACT for a small price, as low as $149 for 25 gallons applied. Typical Colorado landscapes significantly suffer from poor soil conditions – low in nutrients, beneficial microbes, and water-holding capacity. Poor soil conditions result in poor plant health, higher water use, and an

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Preparing Landscapes for Winter: Our Top 10 Tips

Ah, Colorado. One day you’re sipping iced mocha latte in shorts, the next, a blizzard has buried your lawn under 10 inches of snow. If you’ve lived here long enough, you know Mother Nature doesn’t give much warning – she just does her thing. So, if you want to keep

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Investing in Landscaping: A Pathway to Better Mental Health

In a world that constantly throws challenges our way, the importance of mental health is gaining well-deserved recognition – and Boulder, Colorado is no exception. While therapy, medication, and wellness practices are often at the forefront of our mental health discussions, there’s another powerful ally that often goes unnoticed: landscaping.

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The Important Role of MULCH in Your Landscape

When it comes to maintaining a healthy and vibrant landscape in Colorado, one of the most effective yet often overlooked elements is mulch. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a novice homeowner, understanding the role of mulch can significantly enhance the beauty, function and sustainability of your outdoor space. In

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Project Spotlight : Transforming Knollwood’s Community Entrance

Recently, our team had the pleasure of completing a community entrance redesign for the Knollwood HOA in Boulder, Colorado. This project not only enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the neighborhood but also provided a welcoming gateway for residents and visitors alike. Here’s an inside look at the typical process we

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Travis Popiel

Account Manager

Travis began landscaping in his teen years as a hardscape mason. After earning a degree in economics from Montclair State University he began exploring interiorscape and living wall design & maintenance in the New York Metro area. After relocating to Boulder he gained further experience in design-build, commercial client management and green roofs. Since joining NEL in 2019 Travis’ focus is commercial account management and new business development. Outside of work Travis enjoys skiing, golf, and exploring Colorado’s mountains.