Sustainability

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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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

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

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Garden Trends

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

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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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Design-Build

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

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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.