Before and After Yard Makeovers That Will Make Your Jaw Drop

These before and after yard makeovers prove that you don’t necessarily need a huge budget to make a major impact in your yard.

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This Yard Was Barren

Courtesy of homeowner

The barren yard of this 1935 Oklahoma City Tudor looked like something out of The Wizard of Oz.

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Now It’s Bursting with Tulips

Alison Miksch

The homeowner planted 800 tulip bulbs and now it’s a beautiful display of color.

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This Yard Lacked Interest

Courtesy Anna Evans

This large yard was cut in two by a long sidewalk. With minimal landscaping, it was certainly in need of a wow-factor.

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Now It Creates a Warm Welcome

Laurey W. Glenn

The sidewalk was taken out and a border of boxwood gave structure to the yard. Rosemary and cascading greenery soften the look of the new brick entry.

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This Yard Was Covered by a Deck

Courtesy of Anna Evans

There’s nothing wrong with a good deck, but the homeowners were looking for something that gave the feeling of a permanent outdoor room.

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Now the Backyard is a Spot for Entertaining

Laurey W.Glenn

Beautiful pavers in a shade that blends with the home’s exterior set the foundation for the patio that effortlessly blends into the yard.

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This Yard Was a Sad-Looking Entry

Courtesy of homeowner

The small area lacked inspiration and needed a focal point.

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Now It’s a Serene Oasis

Hector Sanchez

A tranquil water feature, inexpensive gravel, and a boxwood border create a stunning retreat.

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This Yard Was a Carport

Courtesy of homeowner

This carport took up much of the backyard of this home and certainly didn’t add to the appeal.

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Now It’s a Rear Courtyard

Hector Sanchez

Weather-resistant outdoor curtains and a fresh coat of paint dress up the former carport. The courtyard now doubles as a seating area and dining space—making it ideal for outdoor entertaining.

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This Yard Lacked Shade

Courtesy of homeowner

After losing a 100-year-old hickory tree in this backyard, the homeowners lacked a shady spot to beat the summer heat.

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Now It’s an Outdoor Dining Room

Tria Giovan

A beautiful fireplace, iron pergola draped in wisteria, and twinkling pendant lights act as the foundation of this outdoor dining room. A beautiful, long dining table with mismatched metal chairs completes the space.

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This Small Backyard Lacked Allure

Courtesy of homeowner

The homeowners were looking for less grass and more living space.

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Now It’s a Low-Maintenance Courtyard

Laurey W. Glenn

Beautiful pavers and low maintenance landscaping have created a space perfectly suited for the homeowners to enjoy. The courtyard now acts as an extension of the home.

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This Front Yard Was Overgrown

Courtesy of homeowner

Overgrown landscaping in the front yard detracted from the home’s curb appeal.

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Now It Shows Off the Curb Appeal

Laurey W. Glenn

A cluster of American boxwoods behind a manicured boxwood hedge keeps the landscape simple and classic—just like the home’s updated exterior.

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This Backyard Was for the Kids

Courtesy of homeowner

A swing set took up much of the yard and had been outgrown by the homeowners’ children.

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Now It’s a Grown-Up Gathering Place

Alison Miksch

Adirondack chairs, a gravel surface with a stone border, and a rustic metal fire pit makes the perfect spot for gathering on chilly evenings.

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This Backyard Was Just Used for Entry to the Basement

Courtesy of homeowner

The rarely used entrance to the basement was an eyesore.

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Now It’s a Pergola

Alison Miksch

The homeowners relocated large shrubs and added a deck and vine-covered pergola. The space is now used as a shady spot for relaxing on warm summer days.

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This Front Yard Was a Bit Dull

Courtesy of homeowner

The landscaping was complete with just a few scraggly bushes.

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Now It’s a Cottage Charmer

Alison Miksch

It didn’t take much to upgrade the yard. Two evergreen trees set off the short hedge. A border of colorful flowers and a few perfectly placed containers complete the garden.

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This Yard Had No Landscaping

Courtesy of homeowner

Aside from a few random bushes, this yard was void of life.

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Now It’s a Stunning Garden

Hector Sanchez

Two stately container gardens are placed on either side of the front door. Clipped boxwoods and white annuals round out the yard.

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This Yard Needed a Pop of Color

Courtesy of homeowner

The beautiful farmhouse was getting lost in a large, bland yard.

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Now It Lets the Charming Farmhouse Shine

Laurey W. Glenn

The less is more mentality definitely paid off here. A simple carpet of lush green grass is all that was needed to step up this farmhouse.

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This Yard Needed a Few Tweaks

Courtesy of homeowner

The landscaping wasn’t too bad—it just needed some manicuring and refinement.

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Now It’s Perfectly Manicured

Alison Miksch

A row of bushes in assorted sizes line the house and gives order to the yard. The lawn was rid of its brown patches and now is a lush expanse of green.

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This Sloped Yard was a Challenge

Courtesy of homeowner

The incline of this yard made it necessary to think outside the box.

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Now It Gives Major Curb Appeal

Laurey W. Glenn

Ground cover and a couple clusters of bushes in assorted sizes are all that was needed to upgrade this home’s curb appeal.

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Before and After Yard Makeovers That Will Make Your Jaw Drop

1 of 31

This Yard Was Barren

2 of 31

Now It’s Bursting with Tulips

3 of 31

This Yard Lacked Interest

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Now It Creates a Warm Welcome

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This Yard Was Covered by a Deck

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Now the Backyard is a Spot for Entertaining

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This Yard Was a Sad-Looking Entry

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Now It’s a Serene Oasis

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This Yard Was a Carport

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Now It’s a Rear Courtyard

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This Yard Lacked Shade

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Now It’s an Outdoor Dining Room

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This Small Backyard Lacked Allure

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Now It’s a Low-Maintenance Courtyard

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This Front Yard Was Overgrown

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Now It Shows Off the Curb Appeal

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This Backyard Was for the Kids

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Now It’s a Grown-Up Gathering Place

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This Backyard Was Just Used for Entry to the Basement

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Now It’s a Pergola

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This Front Yard Was a Bit Dull

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Now It’s a Cottage Charmer

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This Yard Had No Landscaping

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Now It’s a Stunning Garden

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This Yard Needed a Pop of Color

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Now It Lets the Charming Farmhouse Shine

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This Yard Needed a Few Tweaks

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Now It’s Perfectly Manicured

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This Sloped Yard was a Challenge

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Now It Gives Major Curb Appeal

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