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.

Most Popular Yards

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

• 29 photos Zone 11

  Florida Tropical Bali/Moroccan Oasis

  by cusoli

  I posted my yard on Rate My Space and someone suggested that I should post it here. So here you go ... We...

• 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...

• 59 photos Zone 6

  Wade's Paradise Island

  by bluegrassenergy

  This is our yard on Paradise Island, Bahamas. We put this in January 2007 and have watched it grow.

• 23 photos Zone 7

  Xeriscapes & waterwise landscapes

  by Flutterby Gardens Landscaping L

  Low maintenance and low water landscapes that deliver beauty year round. Check us out at www.goflutterby.com

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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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  Is Your Landscaping Pet Approved?

  Backyard landscaping isn’t just for the birds (and raccoons and squirrels). Pets need a safe place to frolic and have fun too. It’s good for their mental and physical well being – plus the more hair they shed outside the less ends up on your couch.

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  DIY Walkway in Your Yard

  One way to significantly change your yard is to create a new walkway. Most people think of a walkway as simply a functional part of the yard that allows you to get from point A to point B without trouncing all over the grass, dirt, flowers, etc. But it also works as an accent to your overall landscape.

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• 6 Pergola and Arbor Ideas from Real Yards for Shade, Structure, and Better Outdoor Rooms

  See how real YardShare homeowners use pergolas and arbors to shade patios, frame entries, support climbing plants, and make outdoor rooms feel more intentional without overbuilding the yard.

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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 6

  Side yard

  by Cindy61

  This area used to be just old white pine trees that original owner had planted for a windbreak. I’ve slowly...

• 5 photos Zone 6

  Backyard Oasis

  by kns2486

  Recently purchased this home and I was able to start from scratch with all of my flower beds and back yard...

• 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.

• 2 photos Zone 2

  Backyard

  by gardendeals

  gardenshopdeals@gmail.com check out the Garden accessories and deals.

• 3 photos Zone 8

  Hot tub to Pond conversion

  by Nana007

  Converted an old hot tub to a water garden. The hot tub was already set into the deck.

• 18 photos Zone 8

  Endless Possibilities 'The Replacement'

  by Duncan's Landscaping

  Out with the old and in with new. Construction of pond, stream, waterfall and plants from start to finish....

• 1 photo Zone 9

  Needs Life!

  by lzema

  I don't have much of an eye for landscaping, but the front of my house desperately needs help. It feels...

• 1 photo Zone 1

  Summer Yard

  by milessgabriel

  Amazing summer yard

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!

  ColemanK on The Challenge of a Hill . . .
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  Can you share the names of some of the plants that you choose? Thanks

  heidideg on The Challenge of a Hill . . .
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  Hi, I am interested in making or purchasing these gecko pavers. Can you direct me to where you found them or how to make them? I also live in the Bay. Thank you!

  joshoowa5 on Geckos!
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  It’s lovely! 🌺

  Cindy61 on aj