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 and benchmarks 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.

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  Carol's Flower Gardens

  by Carol

  I've been an organic gardener my whole life - my father (95 years young ...

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  BBQ Bar With a View

  by Bryan

  I built this bar and bbq myself in the summer of 2006. The foundation is conc...

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  Gardening on the Coast

  by Coastal Gardener

  Gardening on the coast brings its own set of challenges -- it's windy, t...

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  Backyard from Scratch

  by Gehrke

  A summer project that we barely finished before the rain came. I hired cont...

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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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  Resort Style Landscape Design At Home

  Most of the landscapes featured on YardShare are residential areas designed by homeowners (and they do a great job!) But we also get a chance to peek at how the other half lives, too. The concepts presented in these glamorous resort landscapes can be used to make your own yard look even better.

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  Made For The Shade

  One of the main reasons a lot of us do not spend more time outside is the heat. No matter how great your yard is, who wants to go hang out and get battered by the blazing hot sun? Shade is a necessity for any landscape that’s meant to be enjoyed. In fact, I’d be willing to bet that there’s a part of your yard right now that you would use more often… if only there was some shade overhead.

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• Caring For Your Deck

  Imagine having guests over for a bbq in your perfectly manicured backyard, but they glance down to find your deck splintering and turning grey. Realistically, your deck probably doesn’t look that bad, but I wanted to provide a few general tips to help make sure that doesn’t happen.

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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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  Summer Yard

  by milessgabriel

  Amazing summer yard

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  Endless Possibilities 'The Replacement'

  by Duncan's Landscaping

  Out with the old and in with new. Construction of pond, stream, waterfall and...

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  Sunny backyard

  by millet

  I love to sit and relax in my backyard so I try to make it as zen as can be.

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  Backyard Oasis

  by kns2486

  Recently purchased this home and I was able to start from scratch with all of...

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  Hot tub to Pond conversion

  by Nana007

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

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  A place to get away...

  by GardenHo

  10 years in the making.

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  Mount Massive Garden Supply

  by MountMassiveGardenSupply

  Looking For Garden Supply? Mount Massive Garden Supply provides garden expert...

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  Windy City Oasis Garden

  by kathygallanis

  Hey folks! Just wanted to show you my backyard garden here in Chicago. 🌼 I...

Recent Comments

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  what are the type of Pink-flowers in this foto? How high do they grow?

  share1946 on Harplinge Sweden
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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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  This yard is next level!

  nate on Gardening on the Coast
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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!