For landscaping in New Iberia, LA, Lafayette Master Landscaping mows and maintains lawns, builds drainage for low lots that flood, lays paver patios and plants beds for homes on Bayou Teche and US 90.
Landscaping Work We Do in New Iberia
New Iberia is the Iberia Parish seat, about 21 miles from Lafayette on US 90, with 28,555 people in the 2020 census. It sits at only about 16 feet above sea level, and Hurricane Ike flooded the city in 2008. Drainage and raised beds are practical here, not decorative. Water first, plants second, patio last. That order is not fancy, but after a storm that sent lake water through the streets in 2008, it is the order that makes sense, and the one we follow from the first walk-through to the last sweep of the walk.
- Flood-aware drainage, see yard drainage
- Raised beds and retaining walls, see retaining walls
- Weekly mowing, see lawn care
- Patios and outdoor living, see paver patios
Low Lots and Flood Memory
After Hurricane Ike in 2008 pushed lake water into town, homeowners here think about water first. We build drains, raise beds and set patio surfaces a little above grade. It is a practical town. We try to match it.
A December 2022 tornado also took trees and fences on the southeast side. We help with the replanting once the debris is gone. Honestly, after Ike, New Iberia owners ask about water first, and we think that is the right order.
Contact UsLandscaping for New Iberia Homes
New Iberia was settled by about 500 Spanish colonists in 1779, who came up Bayou Teche. The historic Shadows-on-the-Teche and the gardens of Avery Island show what a Teche yard can look like. Our work is much more modest, but we aim for the same care.
Drainage for Low Lots
At 16 feet above sea level and 59.69 inches of rain a year, water has nowhere fast to go. We install French drains, surface drains and downspout lines to a legal outlet, and we raise bed areas so roots do not sit in water. A lot with almost no slope may need a pop-up emitter or a street tie-in.
Raised Beds and Walls
A raised bed lifts plants out of wet soil. We build them from block or stone with a gravel base and a drain behind, so water leaves the bed instead of pooling.
| New Iberia job | Includes | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly lawn care | Mow, edge, trim, blow | $45 to $85 per visit |
| Drainage fix | French drain, surface drain, downspouts | $1,800 to $4,500 |
| Raised bed, 8 x 3 ft | Block, fill, drip option | $600 to $1,500 |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft, raised base | $4,500 to $8,500 |
Lawn Care in New Iberia
We mow weekly through the growing season at about 3 inches and feed in April and June. The crew drives from Lafayette on US 90, so we schedule New Iberia customers on set days along the same route.
Replanting After Storms
The December 2022 EF2 tornado tore through the southeast side of the city. If you lost trees or fences, we can plan new beds and screening plants once the cleanup is done.
Patios and Gardens Near the Teche
Many New Iberia homes have deep back lots running down to the bayou. A paver patio set above grade with a drain behind it stays dry and usable.
Soil, Water and Seasons in New Iberia
New Iberia sits only about 16 feet above sea level, and it gets 59.69 inches of rain a year on about 128.7 rainy days. After Hurricane Ike in 2008 flooded the city, many homeowners learned to build up, not out. We raise beds, set patios above grade and put drains where the water already runs.
A Year of Yard Work in New Iberia
- Winter: drainage, raised beds and walls while the ground is firm.
- Spring: April feeding, mulch and planting.
- Summer: weekly mowing and a June feeding, with a watch on low spots after storms.
- Fall: overseed and tidy beds before hurricane season ends.
How We Schedule New Iberia Jobs
New Iberia is about 21 miles from Lafayette, so we group customers on set days along US 90. Lawn care customers get the same day every week. Project work is booked in blocks so the crew drives down once and stays until the day's work is done.
What to Plant in New Iberia
New Iberia gardeners lean on plants that take wet summers and the occasional salt wind: Indian hawthorn, loropetalum, sago palm and gardenias. For color, we plant lantana and pentas in raised beds and swap in pansies and snapdragons for winter. Raised beds and gravel drainage matter more here than the plant list.
A Recent Job in New Iberia
After a wet summer, a homeowner near Bayou Teche wanted beds that would not drown. We built two raised beds from block with a gravel base and a drain behind them, filled them with bed mix, planted shrubs and ran drip lines. The job took three days and cost $2,700.
In New Iberia we most often do French drains, raised beds and walls, weekly lawn care and paver patios.
Next Door: Abbeville
We also work in Abbeville, only a short drive from New Iberia, so a crew is often nearby. If you have a neighbor with a project, we can sometimes schedule both on the same trip.
Landscaping in New Iberia FAQs
How much does drainage cost in New Iberia?
Typical New Iberia drainage costs $1,800 to $4,500, depending on the lot, soil and outlet. Low lots may need a pop-up emitter or street tie-in, which adds cost.
Do you serve New Iberia?
Yes. New Iberia is about 21 miles from Lafayette on US 90, and we schedule customers on set days along that route. Lawn care customers get a regular weekly day, and project crews are booked in blocks so travel stays off your price.
Do raised beds help in flood-prone yards?
They help. Raised beds lift roots above standing water and drain well when built with a gravel base and a drain behind them. They do not stop a flood, but they protect plants through the long wet stretches New Iberia sees most summers.
Can you help with a yard after the 2022 tornado?
We help with replanting, new beds and screening plants after the debris is cleared. The December 2022 tornado took trees and fences on the southeast side, and a fresh plan can rebuild shade and privacy. We do not do tree removal or storm cleanup.
Our Other Landscaping Services
Landscape Design
A drawn plan for your beds, shrubs and walks, then the same crew plants it.Lawn Care Services
Weekly mowing, feeding, weed control and clean-ups on the same day, every week.Paver Patios and Walkways
Patios, walkways and driveway aprons laid on a packed stone base built for clay.French Drains and Yard Drainage
French drains, surface drains and downspout lines that dry out a soggy yard.Sprinkler Systems and Irrigation
Zoned sprinklers and drip lines that water the lawn and beds, not the street.Retaining Walls
Block walls and raised beds with gravel backfill and a drain behind them.Landscape Lighting
Low-voltage path, accent and patio lights on a timer, so the yard works after dark.Artificial Turf
Synthetic lawns, putting greens and pet turf laid on a compacted rock base.Flower Beds, Mulch and Seasonal Color
New beds, clean-outs, mulch, edging and seasonal color changes.Commercial Landscaping
Weekly grounds maintenance for apartments, HOAs, hotels, churches and businesses.
Contact Lafayette Master Landscaping
Send your name, number and a line about the yard. We call back to set a time for a free walk-through and a written estimate.
