18 Cool Side Yard Landscaping Ideas on a Budget

Side yards are probably one of the most neglected spaces in the house. People don’t really think about side yards since they’re usually hidden and narrow. But did you know that these spaces can actually be pretty cool if utilized right?  You can create a secret hideout, a hangout place, or even a pretty little garden for your pets to play at.
Whatever it is, what you want to do first before creating anything is to figure out its layout. The easiest way to do that is to make a landscaping map. What’s even cooler, since side yards are most likely small, you don’t need a big budget to start the landscaping. You can even do it yourself. Interested? Keep on reading and find out!
Here, we’ll show you some of the coolest side yard landscaping ideas you can do on your own. These ideas include utilizing your own materials and recycled stuff so you don’t have to worry about blowing through your budgets. We’ve collected and handpicked these ideas for you to enjoy and hopefully get inspired by. From making a small corner garden, to making a small pathway, to using the space for extra garden storage, you’ll see many ideas here. Of course, if you don’t feel like using any of our ideas, you can also come up with your own while mixing it with our ideas. It’s all up to you! Just create a space that works best for you and your home. Good luck and have fun when you get to it!