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 your landscape looking good through […]
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 this blog, we’ll explore the […]
Prepare Now for Fall and Winter Wildfires
As we leave the warmer days of summer behind and head into cooler Fall temperatures, the threat of wildfire might be one of the last things on your mind. However, recent history reminds us that devastating wildfires during the fall and early winter months are not uncommon. This article is intended to remind local residents to be […]
Protecting Your Landscape From High Winds
Strong gusty winds can shred leaves, tear off flowers, break branches, and uproot shrubs and trees leaving plants susceptible to further damage from insects and disease. Constant wind pulls moisture from foliage faster than roots can draw it from the soil causing leaves to wilt and brown around the edges. Here are three key to-do’s to […]
6 reasons to prune during the months when a Mocha Latte is better than an Arnold Palmer
Bermuda shorts on a warm blue-sky Saturday in Boulder, Colorado; a perfectly chilled Arnold Palmer by my side; my razor sharp pruners freshly purchased from a green vested man at Mcguckins. It’s time to show my shrubs and trees a little love! Cut! Stop! Hold it right there! Don’t be lured in the wrong direction by your latest […]
Fall & Winter Watering: Why It’s More Important Than Your Pumpkin Spice Latte + Pro Tips
October 2024 | Native Edge Landscapes You’ve raked the leaves, wrapped the roses in burlap, and even managed to fit the kids’ Halloween costumes over snow gear. Surely, you can now hibernate until spring, right? Not so fast. Along Colorado’s Front Range, if you want your landscape to wake up in one piece come spring, […]
