About Bayou Roots
Rooted in Experience. Growing with Passion
Bayou Roots was founded in Lake Charles by two lifelong residents of southwest Louisiana who share a vision: to enhance and preserve the natural beauty of our region through expert landscaping and dedicated service.
ABOUT BAYOU ROOTS
Rooted in Experience. Growing with Passion
Bayou Roots was founded in Lake Charles by two lifelong residents of southwest Louisiana who share a vision: to enhance and preserve the natural beauty of our region through expert landscaping and dedicated service.
Our Leadership
Tim Lejeune – President
Tim brings decades of experience in business ownership, management, and real estate investment and development. His entrepreneurial background provides Bayou Roots with a strong foundation in operations, growth strategy, and client relations. Tim is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, where he learned the values of resilience, accountability, and mission-focused leadership. His ability to blend business acumen with disciplined execution ensures Bayou Roots delivers exceptional landscapes while building lasting partnerships with clients.
Chris Butcher – General Manager
With over 16 years of hands-on experience in the landscaping industry, Chris brings unmatched expertise to Bayou Roots. His career journey spans from technician to team lead, production coordinator, and operations manager at some of the largest landscape providers in southwest Louisiana. As a licensed landscape horticulturist, Chris combines technical knowledge with extensive field experience in:
- Lawn mowing & maintenance
- Landscape bed care
- Landscape design & installation
- Drainage and irrigation solutions
- Hardscaping and fountains
Chris is also a proud veteran of the United States Navy, where he developed the discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills that continue to guide his work today. His leadership ensures that every project is executed with precision, creativity, and long-term sustainability.
Our Leadership
Tim Lejeune – President
Tim brings decades of experience in business ownership, management, and real estate investment and development. His entrepreneurial background provides Bayou Roots with a strong foundation in operations, growth strategy, and client relations. Tim is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, where he learned the values of resilience, accountability, and mission-focused leadership. His ability to blend business acumen with disciplined execution ensures Bayou Roots delivers exceptional landscapes while building lasting partnerships with clients.
Chris Butcher – General Manager
With over 16 years of hands-on experience in the landscaping industry, Chris brings unmatched expertise to Bayou Roots. His career journey spans from technician to team lead, production coordinator, and operations manager at some of the largest landscape providers in southwest Louisiana. As a licensed landscape horticulturist, Chris combines technical knowledge with extensive field experience in:
- Lawn mowing & maintenance
- Landscape bed care
- Landscape design & installation
- Drainage and irrigation solutions
- Hardscaping and fountains
Chris is also a proud veteran of the United States Navy, where he developed the discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills that continue to guide his work today. His leadership ensures that every project is executed with precision, creativity, and long-term sustainability.
Our Operations Team
Behind every successful project is a dedicated team. Bayou Roots is proud to field an operations crew that blends local expertise with seasoned returning talent. The team currently includes six H2B seasonal employees together bringing a combined 18 seasons of experience with four entering their fifth season in 2026. Leading alongside them is a local team leader entering his ninth season, whose continuity and field knowledge anchor the crew’s performance. This structure means our clients benefit from a team that knows the standards, understands the workflows, and takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality results year after year. With a foundation of loyalty and experience, our operations team ensures that every landscape we touch thrives long after the project is complete.
Our Operations Team
Behind every successful project is a dedicated team. Bayou Roots is proud to field an operations crew that blends local expertise with seasoned returning talent. The team currently includes six H2B seasonal employees together bringing a combined 18 seasons of experience with four entering their fifth season in 2026. Leading alongside them is a local team leader entering his ninth season, whose continuity and field knowledge anchor the crew’s performance. This structure means our clients benefit from a team that knows the standards, understands the workflows, and takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality results year after year. With a foundation of loyalty and experience, our operations team ensures that every landscape we touch thrives long after the project is complete.
Our Mission
Bayou Roots exists to transform and sustain landscapes that reflect the beauty and resilience of our region. We are dedicated to exceeding client expectations through craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Rooted in southwest Louisiana, we nurture our team, steward the environment, and build lasting community partnerships to create landscapes that thrive today and endure for generations.
Our Promise
Local Expertise: As lifelong residents, we understand the climate, soil, and culture of our region.
Comprehensive Services: From design to installation to ongoing care, we provide end-to-end landscaping solutions.Bullet List 3
Passion for Beautification: Every project is an opportunity to enhance the natural beauty of our community.
Our Mission
Bayou Roots exists to transform and sustain landscapes that reflect the beauty and resilience of our region. We are dedicated to exceeding client expectations through craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Rooted in southwest Louisiana, we nurture our team, steward the environment, and build lasting community partnerships to create landscapes that thrive today and endure for generations.
Our Promise
Local Expertise: As lifelong residents, we understand the climate, soil, and culture of our region.
Comprehensive Services: From design to installation to ongoing care, we provide end-to-end landscaping solutions.Bullet List 3
Passion for Beautification: Every project is an opportunity to enhance the natural beauty of our community.
Bayou Roots
Where Landscapes Thrive, and Communities Flourish
Bayou Roots
Where Landscapes Thrive, and Communities Flourish
Southwest Louisiana's leading landscaping company, providing exceptional property enhancements and maintenance services.
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