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Browse Landscaping IdeasWelcome 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!!!
"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...
See all 126 photosMost Popular Yards
The highest voted yards in our community, as chosen by fellow homeowners and landscaping enthusiasts.
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24 photos Gardening on the Coast
Gardening on the coast brings its own set of challenges -- it's windy, the soil is very sandy, and...
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33 photos Zone 5 Cheaper than Therapy
by LynnWhat once started out as just a plain yard has, over the last 12 years, become a hobby for my husband and...
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27 photos Zone 7 Arcadia
A melange of plants that strike my fancy. With emphasis on great foliage first.
- 126 photos Zone 9
Wife's big idea!!!
by MCR500"Yeah, honey, let's build an outdoor kitchen." I had NO idea what I was getting myself into when I said,...
Yard Ideas
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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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Divide and Conquer - Gardening With Bulbs, Part Two
When we last saw Our Gardening Hero, he was carefully noting the locations of clumps of crocuses, daffodils, and the like. He mapped them out in a way designed to show his children that this was not a treasure map, and then he went on to live his life.
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Revel in These Charming Snowscapes
Landscapes are usually most stunning during those times of the year when you can actually see the ground. But there is an eerie beauty to a yard covered in freshly fallen snow as well.
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Outdoor Kitchens: Rock On!
In our last article on outdoor kitchen construction, we explored the ins and outs of framing a BBQ island. Whether you opt for concrete block or steel studs for your island’s inner framework, the outer skin that you use to cover that skeleton is what makes the difference in your finished landscape. I hope you love this article
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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.
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18 photos Zone 8 Endless Possibilities 'The Replacement'
Out with the old and in with new. Construction of pond, stream, waterfall and plants from start to finish....
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1 photo Zone 6 Windy City Oasis Garden
Hey folks! Just wanted to show you my backyard garden here in Chicago. 🌼 It's where I escape the city...
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12 photos Zone 5 Fire Ring Garden
Patio and landscaping around fire ring. I built the fire ring around 2013 with hopes to add a patio and...
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9 photos Zone 9 Sunny backyard
by milletI love to sit and relax in my backyard so I try to make it as zen as can be.
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5 photos Zone 5 Patio Garden
Naturescapes Garden comes from a landscaping business I used to operate for about 10 years. Our home...
Recent Comments
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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!
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And now I have lived in Edmond since 2018!
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Would love it if you could send the plans my way Absolutely love this! email is ryzilla23588@gmail.com
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what are the type of Pink-flowers in this foto? How high do they grow?