Landscaping Tips & Lawn Care Blog

Subsurface Drainage - No more standing rain water!

Proper drainage is required to keep standing water out of your yard. We can grade your yard and install drainage to move water effectively.

Synthetic Turf for Your Home

Artificial grass is on the rise, and we have seen a big demand for small to large installations this year. One of the most appealing aspects of installing synthetic turf is that you have the look and feel of natural grass and you get to have a beautiful lawn without the ongoing expenses of maintaining natural grass.

Why You Should Hire a Pro to Transform Your Landscaping

While there are plenty of people that will attempt to do their own landscape work, either because they enjoy it or because they would like to save some money, we strongly recommend using a professional to transform your property. There are several reasons for doing this, but here are the most common.

Woodland Garden

Woodland gardens differ from other styles in that most of the plants chosen require a level of shade tolerance.

Landscape Lighting in Demand

Exterior lighting helps your home make a statement and enhances the appeal of your outdoor living space. Consider how different lighting effects, fixtures, and colors can diversify and augment the presentation of your property.

Professional Landscaping can Increase the Curb Appeal of your Home

The yard and land that surrounds your home is what you see when you come home every day, when you look out the window and when you sit on your porch to enjoy a beautiful day.

Protect Your Landscape for the Cold Weather

South Louisiana rarely gets low freezing temperatures, but when we do, we want to help advise you on some best practices to protect your plants, irrigation system and landscape.

New Year for Your Landscape!

Small additions to your lawn, or simply maintaining the plants and trees you already have can add so much to your property value.

Enhance Your Outdoor Space

Now that people are spending more time at home, outdoor spaces continue to be in the spotlight. A beautiful landscaped garden and yard is essential to create your desired outdoor space. Homeowners are investing more in pools, water features, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and dining areas.

Landscape Ideas to Refresh your Yard

Not only is quality landscaping a great investment for curb appeal, but, according to The Appraisal Institute, it can add 6 to 13 percent to your home’s value.

Get Inspired and Refresh Your Outdoor Living Space

Is your outdoor living space in need of a makeover? Do you look at your patio and cringe every time you dream of inviting your friends over for a backyard barbecue? Whether you have a spacious yard or small patio, there are solutions for turning that drab outdoor area into a fabulous spot for your family and friends to enjoy.

Growing a green thumb: Colin Casey of LGD Lawn and Landscape

One of the most striking features of the Lakeview neighborhood of New Orleans is the greenery. Lakeview offers its residents a variety of tall trees, lush yards, and wide, grassy neutral grounds to enjoy. However, all of that plant life doesn’t maintain itself. That’s where LGD Lawn and Landscape comes in.

High gravel & rock garden

A rock garden is a garden that’s planting amongst larger rocks, stones or boulders.

Fall Landscapes and Hardscapes

Did you know fall is actually the best season to plant many trees, shrubs and hardy perennials. Fall is a time of rejuvenation in the garden. The cooler temperatures reduce plant stress and are ideal for root growth, allowing newly planted trees, shrubs and perennials to quickly establish.

Backyard Ready

We understand the value of having great outdoor space at your home that is beautiful and comfortable. It’s important to maximize your yards potential for your family to enjoy. Having a great outdoor environment expands your living activities outdoors.

Celebrate Smart Irrigation

The Irrigation Association (IA) is promoting Smart Irrigation Month in July to help recognize and promote the benefits associated with smart and efficient irrigation.

Basic Pruning Principles

Know where to cut: Always prune back to or just above a growing point (branch or bud) or to the soil line. NEVER top a tree to “rejuvenate” growth. This ruins the plant’s natural shape and greatly increases its susceptibility to diseases, insect pests, and storm damage.