Best Organic Lawn Care Practices August-September

Aug 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes The transition from the heat of summer to the cool crispness of fall on Colorado’s Front Range is the perfect time to focus on organic lawn care. These months are pivotal for setting your lawn up for success in the coming year. Here’s a guide to help you nurture […]

Fall in Love with Autumn Container Gardens

JOIN OUR SEASONAL CONTAINER PROGRAM BY AUGUST 31st TO HAVE OUR CONTAINER EXPERTS INSTALL AND TAKE CARE OF YOUR AUTUMN CONTAINERS BEGINNNING MID-SEPTEMBER! As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the rich, warm hues of autumn, outdoor living enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to extend the beauty of their outdoor spaces through container […]

Protecting Plants from Heat and Drought with Antitranspirants

July 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes Yes, it’s a big word, but don’t be intimidated. Applying an organic antitranspirant to plant foliage aids the plant helping it retain water and plant vigor during times when their water supply may be scarce, most likely due to extreme weather conditions such as the periods of extremely hot […]

Native Pollinator Plant Guide for the Rocky Mountain Region

Avoiding the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and growing the right flowers, shrubs, and trees with overlapping bloom times will support pollinators and wildlife, and provide additional benefits to soil, water, and air quality. Flowers provide the nectar and pollen resources that pollinators feed on. Native plants, which are adapted to local soils and […]

Deer Resistant Plant Guide

June 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes Are you tired of waking up to find your garden nibbled down to stubs by our graceful but voracious deer friends? Welcome to our guide on deer-resistant plants, where you’ll discover an array of stunning, hardy plants that add beauty and resilience to your landscape, all while keeping those […]

Top 10 Fire Resistant Natives for Front Range Landscapes

Here are our top picks for fire resistant plants native to Colorado and a great choice for Front Range landscapes. Blanket Flower Bringing a splash of color to the middle of summer, Blanket Flower showcases vibrant red and yellow flowers that attract pollinators. Whether paired with other plants or standing alone, it exudes cheer and […]

Mitigate the Dangers of Poison Hemlock… a Weed that Kills

Don’t be fooled by it’s pretty flowers. Poison hemlock is a noxious and invasive weed that can be deadly to animals and humans and difficult to manage. Here is what you need to know. If you need help, please GET IN TOUCH. The Dangers of Poison Hemlock Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum) is harmful due to […]

The 7 Essential Components of an Effective Organic Lawn Care Program

April 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes Safer, eco-friendly and effective, we offer organic, pollinator-friendly organic lawn care solutions that build soil health, encourage deep root growth, conserve water and help your lawn thrive naturally. The Essential Components of an Effective Organic Lawn Care Program Get In Touch To schedule a consultation or request services please […]

Gorgeous, Thriving Containers in 5 Steps

February 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes Container plantings are an excellent way to enhance any landscape throughout the changing seasons. Here are 5 steps to follow when planting containers. Step 1: Choose a container.Glazed ceramic is typically best When it comes to choosing the right container. Metal containers are can also be good choices, but […]

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.