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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.
Most Popular Yards
The highest voted yards in our community, as chosen by fellow homeowners and landscaping enthusiasts.
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22 photos Zone 9 Ron, Eydie & Britnee's Garden Pond
by RonRock garden pond (10,000) pounds of rocks. We have the right plants we never have to clean the pond due to...
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14 photos Zone 5 J & Ds garden
by Jan HOur lot is not very big, 50 x 200. Mixture of sun and shade. We started with a blank slate 11 years ago,...
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21 photos Zone 8 Riverfront Dream Yard
This is our yard right on the Rogue River in Grants Pass, Oregon.
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38 photos Zone 6 Carol's Flower Gardens
by CarolI've been an organic gardener my whole life - my father (95 years young now) taught me everything I needed...
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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Take Your Yard From Tiny to Terrific
Are you self conscious about the size of your...yard? Having a limited lot isn’t anything to be ashamed of. Lots of people have this issue and still manage to live happy and fulfilling landscaping lives.
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Fire Pit Design Tips From The Masters
Building a backyard fire pit is a favorite DIY project. You dig a hole, put some bricks and sand in the bottom, and install a decorative pit border with some rocks or bricks. Sounds simple, right?
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6 Water Feature Ideas from Real Yards That Create a Strong Focal Point
See how real YardShare homeowners use ponds, fountains, streams, and waterfalls to create focal points, soften hardscape, cool down seating areas, and make the yard feel more finished.
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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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2 photos Zone 9 Mount Massive Garden Supply
Looking For Garden Supply? Mount Massive Garden Supply provides garden expertise, quality customer service,...
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8 photos Zone 6 My Coastal Garden
When we moved into our newly built house in 2001, the yard was a virtual sand pit, and the hill behind the...
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1 photo Zone 9 Needs Life!
by lzemaI don't have much of an eye for landscaping, but the front of my house desperately needs help. It feels...
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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....
Recent Comments
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So lovely! Only an avid gardener knows the tremendous work involved in your creative hillside garden!
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It’s lovely! 🌺
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This yard is next level!
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