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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...
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The highest voted yards in our community, as chosen by fellow homeowners and landscaping enthusiasts.
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14 photos Zone 9 BBQ Bar With a View
by BryanI built this bar and bbq myself in the summer of 2006. The foundation is concrete block, with El Dorado...
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10 photos Zone 5 Outdoor kitchen, Pergola & Paver Patio
by Kim DavernWe added a pergola with ceiling fans and lights, a built-in grill and outdoor refrigerator, a granite bar...
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29 photos Backyard from Scratch
by GehrkeA summer project that we barely finished before the rain came. I hired contractors to do the concrete and...
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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...
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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5 Path Walkway Ideas from Real Yards
Five real-yard path ideas that make a landscape feel more finished, connected, and easy to read.
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Invite These Critters To Infest Your Pool
Do you ever get that creepy feeling like someone is watching you? If you’re out swimming, there might be any number of critters peering at you. Don’t worry; they’re not judging your cellulite. They just enjoy hanging out at the pool.
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6 Landscape Lighting Ideas from Real Yards That Still Look Good in Daylight
See how real YardShare homeowners use path lights, deck and patio glow, uplighting, waterfalls, and layered seating areas to make yards safer and more inviting without relying only on night photos.
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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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57 photos Zone 5 El Rancho 2020
by LynnThis backyard has seen many transformations over the years. We have sold our home and now it belongs to...
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4 photos Zone 6 Front view :)
by kns2486I love how this all turned out and am so happy to see everything rooting in and growing nicely.
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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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5 photos Zone 6 Backyard Oasis
by kns2486Recently purchased this home and I was able to start from scratch with all of my flower beds and back yard...
Recent Comments
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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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This is your helpful guide to demystifying the art of natural pathway construction for the residential landscape. Experiment with different widths and gentle curves until the pathway looks natural and complements the yard around it.
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This yard is next level!
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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!