Landscape Design · Metairie
Landscape Design in Metairie, LA
Metairie yards come with their own set of challenges — tight lot lines off Veterans Memorial Boulevard, clay-heavy soil that drains poorly, and summers that punish anything planted without a plan. Nolagreen Landscaping designs outdoor spaces that actually work here, not just look good in a photo. Whether you're in Old Metairie near the country club or a subdivision closer to Causeway, we build designs around your specific soil, sun exposure, and how you actually use your yard.
4.9★ · 113 Google reviews

Landscape Design · Metairie
Landscape Design for Metairie
Landscape design is the planning phase that makes everything else work — it's a detailed layout of plant placement, hardscape elements, drainage solutions, and focal points tailored to your property. A good design prevents the expensive mistakes: plants that die in standing water, patios that flood after a hard rain, or a backyard that looks chaotic instead of intentional. For Metairie homeowners, that means accounting for the Jefferson Parish drainage system, the heat island effect near I-10, and selecting plants that survive both drought and the occasional freeze. The result is a cohesive outdoor space that adds real curb appeal and usable living area to your home.
- Plant selections chosen specifically for Jefferson Parish soil and South Louisiana humidity
- Drainage and grading solutions built into every design — not an afterthought
- Designs that work for Metairie's mix of ranch-style homes, raised cottages, and newer construction
- Hardscape planning: patios, walkways, and borders that complement the architecture
- Seasonal color planning so the yard looks good in January, not just April
- Full-property designs or focused front-yard curb appeal packages available

What to expect
Your landscape design visit, step by step
Site Consultation
We walk your Metairie property, assess soil conditions, sun patterns, existing plants, and drainage before anything else.
Custom Design Plan
You receive a detailed layout showing plant selections, hardscape placement, and any drainage or grading recommendations specific to your lot.
Review and Revisions
We go over the plan with you, adjust for budget or preference, and make sure every element makes sense for how you use the space.
Installation Handoff
Once the design is approved, we move into installation — or hand off the plan if you're working with your own crew.
Reviews
What our clients say
Rated 4.9 from 113 Google reviews.
"Great experience. Mark was friendly and communicative throughout the quick process. Scheduled and installed sod in our backyard within a very short timeframe. I’m definitely calling them again for other projects."
"Mark and his crew were thorough, efficient, reasonably priced and did a great job on my yard cleanup and replacing my old fence. Recommend!"
FAQ
Landscape Design in Metairie — common questions
How much does landscape design cost in Metairie?
Design costs vary based on property size and complexity, but most residential projects in Metairie fall within a range that reflects the scope of the plan — a small front yard refresh differs significantly from a full backyard redesign with hardscape. We discuss pricing transparently during the initial consultation so there are no surprises. Contact us for a specific quote based on your property.
What plants do you typically recommend for Metairie yards?
We lean on proven South Louisiana performers — crape myrtles, loropetalum, muhly grass, dwarf yaupon holly, and native plants like swamp sunflower that handle both wet spells and dry stretches. We avoid plants that look great at the nursery but fail in Metairie's clay soil or summer heat. Every plant recommendation is site-specific.
My yard floods after heavy rain — can landscape design actually fix that?
Yes, and it's one of the most common issues we address in Metairie. We incorporate grading adjustments, rain gardens, or French drain placement into the design to redirect water away from the home and toward proper drainage. It's not just an aesthetic fix — it protects your foundation and lawn long-term.
How long does the design process take before installation can begin?
From initial consultation to an approved design plan, most projects take one to two weeks depending on complexity and how quickly we can schedule the site visit. We work efficiently because we know Metairie homeowners want to get things planted before the brutal summer heat sets in.
Do you design for both front yards and backyards?
Absolutely — we handle full-property designs as well as focused projects like front-yard curb appeal or a backyard entertaining space. Many Metairie clients start with one area and come back for the rest once they see the results.
Serving Metairie
More services & nearby areas
Nolagreen is based right in Jefferson, so Metairie is home turf — we know the difference between a lot near Lake Pontchartrain that stays wet and a raised lot in Metairie Terrace that drains fast. We work regularly in neighborhoods like Bucktown, West Metairie, and Lakeview-adjacent streets, and we understand what the local HOAs typically require and what plants hold up on these streets year after year.
Visit us
Hours & location
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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