Seasonal Guide
Year-Round Yard Care
South Louisiana's long growing season means there's always something to do. Here's what to focus on each season.
Spring
- Refresh garden beds with a 2–3 inch layer of fresh mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture.
- Prune dormant shrubs before new growth starts, and fertilize established beds.
- Inspect irrigation lines and reprogram timers for longer Louisiana growing days.
Summer
- Water deeply in the early morning — shallow watering encourages weak roots and disease.
- Deadhead flowering plants to keep blooms coming through the heat.
- Watch for drainage issues during heavy Acadiana thunderstorms; grade beds away from foundations.
Fall
- Aerate and overseed warm-season lawns, and top-dress beds with compost.
- Plant trees and shrubs now — cool air and warm soil build strong roots before winter.
- Clean up fallen leaves to prevent fungus and add a protective mulch layer.
Winter
- Protect tender shrubs during rare freezes with burlap or frost cloth.
- Prune ornamentals and remove deadwood while plants are dormant.
- Plan next year's landscape design — winter is the best time to book spring installs.
Local Knowledge
Landscaping Built for Acadiana
Lafayette and the surrounding Acadiana region have a unique climate and soil profile. Our team has years of experience working in local yards — from drainage challenges in heavy clay to plant choices that thrive in the humid Gulf climate. We know what works here, because we live here.
Climate Zone
USDA Zone 9a — a long, humid growing season with mild, short winters.
Rainfall
60+ inches per year — drainage and grading are essential to healthy beds.
Soil
Heavy clay is common across Acadiana — amend beds with compost and mulch.