Jefferson Avenue | Uptown New Orleans Garden Design

Formal evergreens, seasonal color, a brick fireplace, and landscape lighting shape a Southern garden designed to move easily from poolside afternoons into the evening.

Rectangular swimming pool framed by brick paving and layered planting in an Uptown New Orleans garden

Brick paving and layered greenery frame the pool, creating a clear view toward the shaded seating area beyond the water.

Flowering garden bed beside a brick seating area and outdoor fireplace at a Jefferson Avenue residence

Seasonal flowers and layered foliage soften the brick edge beside the seating area and outdoor fireplace.

Brick patio with an outdoor fireplace beside a lawn and layered garden beds in Uptown New Orleans

The outdoor fireplace anchors the brick patio, while lawn and layered planting soften the edges around the gathering space.

Layered ferns and foliage beside outdoor seating in a Jefferson Avenue garden

Ferns and broad foliage fill the shaded edge of the patio, bringing softer texture close to the seating area

Outdoor fireplace and seating on a weathered brick patio in an Uptown New Orleans garden

The fireplace gives the patio its center, while planted containers and surrounding beds keep the gathering space connected to the garden.

Pink caladiums layered with green foliage in an Uptown New Orleans garden

Pink caladium leaves bring bright color and bold pattern to the garden’s shaded planting layer.

Illuminated swimming pool and garden at dusk in an Uptown New Orleans landscape

As daylight fades, landscape lighting brings the pool, garden, and home into one warm evening view.

Low-voltage landscape lighting illuminating layered foliage in an Uptown New Orleans garden

A concealed fixture lifts the foliage out of the darkness, revealing color, shape, and texture that would otherwise disappear after sunset.

Swimming pool and brick terrace illuminated by low-voltage landscape lighting in an Uptown New Orleans garden

Low-voltage lighting traces the garden around the pool, bringing the planting and brick terrace into the evening without competing with the water.

Landscape Architect:

Kim Alvarez, BLA

This Uptown New Orleans garden design balances timeless Southern character with lush seasonal layering.
Japanese magnolia, Savannah holly, and boxwood topiary establish structure and formality, while camellias, azaleas, and sasanquas provide color and rhythm throughout the year. Shade-loving mahonia, ligularia, and hosta enrich the understory, complemented by hydrangea, banana shrub, and gardenia for texture and fragrance.
Seasonal highlights from caladiums, Drift roses, and annual color keep the garden changing throughout the year.

After sunset, low-voltage landscape lighting highlights the magnolia, topiary, layered foliage, and architectural details. Carefully placed fixtures also bring warmth and visibility to the paths and entrances without overpowering the garden.

Through thoughtful landscape design, installation, lighting, and maintenance, this Jefferson Avenue property reflects the artistry of a layered, enduring New Orleans landscape.

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