Landscape Maintenance

Garden Trends

5 Pro Tips for Stunning Seasonal Color Containers

Seasonal color containers are an excellent way to add excitement and pizzaz to outdoor spaces throughout the seasons! Native Edge Landscapes offers amazing seasonal color services and programs for all kinds of clients and outdoor spaces, from single family residences to brick and mortar businesses, senior living communities and HOA

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Garden Trends

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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Gardening

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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Design-Build

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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Community

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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Garden Trends

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

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Garden Trends

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

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Gardening

Oh Deer! Preventing Deer and Rabbit Damage

The Colorado Front Range, with its picturesque views and varied climate, offers an ideal backdrop for beautifully landscaped gardens. However, deer and rabbits, though charming to observe, can wreak havoc on our carefully curated outdoor spaces. In this article we will talk about the specific ways these animals can damage

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Design-Build

Fire Resistant Landscaping

July 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes What is Fire Resistant Landscaping? Fire-resistant landscaping on Colorado’s Front Range incorporates principles and plant selections designed to minimize the spread of wildfires and protect homes. The key features are 1) creating defensible space 2) choosing fire-resistant plants, and 3) maintaining the landscape to

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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.