Landscaping ideas shared by the people who created them.

Welcome to YardShare! YardShare is a library of landscaping ideas from real yards, shared by the homeowners, DIY gardeners, and landscape professionals who created them. Whether you're looking for front yard landscaping ideas, planning a backyard makeover, or searching for landscaping ideas for the front of your house, you can compare photos and details from people who've done the work.

Our members share landscaping projects of every size and style, from low maintenance front yard landscaping and small urban gardens to expansive backyards with pools, outdoor kitchens, and fire pit designs. Browse by feature, size, climate zone, or garden type to find backyard landscaping ideas that match your space.

Start by browsing real yard photos, then use our guides to explore patterns across the library. If you've completed a project of your own, share your yard to help the next person plan theirs.

Yard of the Week

Wife's big idea!!!

by MCR500 in California

"Yeah, honey, let's build an outdoor kitchen." I had NO idea what I was getting myself into when I said, "Sure, dear." My build is officially COMPLETE!!! It has been a long road, but the end results were definately worth it. I first want to thank Bryan for hosting such a...

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Most Popular Yards

The highest voted yards in our community, as chosen by fellow homeowners and landscaping enthusiasts.

• 24 photos

  Gardening on the Coast

  by Coastal Gardener

  Gardening on the coast brings its own set of challenges -- it's windy, the soil is very sandy, and...

• 22 photos Zone 9

  Ron, Eydie & Britnee's Garden Pond

  by Ron

  Rock garden pond (10,000) pounds of rocks. We have the right plants we never have to clean the pond due to...

• 5 photos Zone 9

  Exterior back yard remodel

  by Nordby Design Studio

  Replaced old rotten, out dated decks and stairs with new concrete patios and concrete decks to tie into...

• 36 photos Zone 9

  Renee and Mike's Dump

  by Hosenemesis

  A skinny one-third acre in the suburbs, Sunset Zone 19, USDA 8b/9, Southern California. I have been...

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  Outdoor Kitchens: Steel Studs or Concrete Blocks?

  Anyone who has ever contemplated constructing their own outdoor kitchen knows there is a long list of ingredients to consider. But while it’s easy to get caught up in the fun decisions like grill size, bun warmers, and beer taps, there’s a fundamental issue that has to be dealt with first: How will you build the darn thing???

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  The Not-So-Subtle Tropical Plant

  Tropical plants are prized for their lush foliage, brilliant flowers and bold, exotic appearance. Typically grown outdoors where winters are mild and humidity is high, their ideal climate and growing conditions can be duplicated almost anywhere by moving them inside near a...

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  Joyful Gardens: Three Easy Gardens To Plant This Spring

  Sometimes you want to do things just for the fun of it. Here are three easy gardens to plant this spring and enjoy all summer long. Do this just for the child inside you—or, for the one—or ones—beside you.

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• 6 outdoor water fountain ideas from real yards that change the feel of the whole space

  See how real yards use outdoor fountains in front entries, courtyards, patios, and water-wise gardens to add sound, focus, and a stronger sense of arrival.

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Landscaping And Garden Ideas By Feature

Explore landscape design ideas organized by what matters most to you. Looking for deck designs, patio layouts, or pool landscaping? Want front yard curb appeal or low maintenance water-wise landscaping? Browse by feature to find exactly the type of project you have in mind.

• Garden Ideas
• Deck Designs
• Curb Appeal Ideas
• Outdoor Kitchen Ideas
• Patio Designs
• Pool Landscaping
• Water Features
• Balcony Gardens
• Covered Patio Ideas
• Driveway Landscaping
• Fence Ideas
• Fire Pit Ideas
• Outdoor Fireplaces
• Flower Close-ups
• Kid-Friendly Yards
• Hardscape Ideas
• Lawn Ideas
• Landscape Lighting
• Sheds & Outbuildings
• Paths & Walkways
• Pergolas & Arbors
• Pond Ideas
• Retaining Walls
• Spa & Hot Tub
• Sport Courts
• Stone & Rock
• Sunrooms
• Waterfalls
• Water Fountains
• Water-Wise Landscaping

Recent Yards

The newest yards added by our community. Give them a vote and comment to let them know what you think.

• 1 photo Zone 1

  Summer Yard

  by milessgabriel

  Amazing summer yard

• 55 photos Zone 8

  Completed jobs

  by 3DVIRTUALCONSTRUCTION.COM

  These are various jobs we have completed recently and would like to share them. Some were dirt backyards...

• 41 photos Zone 9

  Plantaholics Haven

  by impatient-gardener

  An organically grown and managed medium sized suburban London back garden that has been designed to attract...

• 15 photos Zone 5

  A place to get away...

  by GardenHo

  10 years in the making.

• 12 photos Zone 5

  Fire Ring Garden

  by Naturescapes Garden

  Patio and landscaping around fire ring. I built the fire ring around 2013 with hopes to add a patio and...

• 4 photos Zone 6

  Front view :)

  by kns2486

  I love how this all turned out and am so happy to see everything rooting in and growing nicely.

• 127 photos Zone 5

  Summer 2017

  by Lynn

  A constant work in progress. These photos were taken in summer of 2017.

• 1 photo Zone 6

  Windy City Oasis Garden

  by kathygallanis

  Hey folks! Just wanted to show you my backyard garden here in Chicago. 🌼 It's where I escape the city...

Recent Comments

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  This is amazing!

  nate on aj
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  Would you mind sharing the names of all of the plants you used? We have a very steep and ugly slope behind our house and it needs help. Thank you!

  ColemanK on The Challenge of a Hill . . .
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  So lovely! Only an avid gardener knows the tremendous work involved in your creative hillside garden!

  Joy 2 on The Challenge of a Hill . . .
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  what are the type of Pink-flowers in this foto? How high do they grow?

  share1946 on Harplinge Sweden