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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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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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Community

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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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

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

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Lawn Care

Electric Tech Coming in 2024

NEL to Begin Transition to Electric in 2024! After many years of watching commercial grade electric landscape equipment evolve, in 2024 we are excited to begin adopting it and replacing gas powered equipment with cleaner, quieter and greener electric battery power alternatives. Our plan is broken into three phases …

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Irrigation

SAVE NOW ON SMART IRRIGATION UPGRADES

SAVE $$ NOW. SAVE H20 in 2024. NOW is a great time to make a SMART investment in your irrigation. We can help you conserve water in 2024 by adding a RAIN SENSOR to your SMART CONTOLLER. Don’t have a SMART CONTROLLER? We can help you with that too!  

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Irrigation

Become a Designated Sustainable Landscape Community

November 2023 | Native Edge Landscapes Be part of the solution The Sustainable Landscape Community designation is a companion program to Sustainable Landscape Management (SLM) Colorado. This program demonstrates how HOA’s, commercial and retail properties are, or can become, part of the solution by managing and improving their outdoors in a way

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Garden Trends

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

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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.