Many people overlook the areas on either side of their house and think of them as nothing more than a pathway from the front yard to the backyard, but we believe they have much more potential.

Make your side yard work for you with a garden plot or two! You can add some great flowers to spruce up the area and add color.

If you have enough sun, vegetable gardens are a fun option to produce something delicious to toss in tonight’s salad!

Whether you have open grass or a narrow space between your house and a privacy fence, there are ways to make your side yard work for you.

Read on for some of our favorite suggestions to make the side of your house a beautiful space that expands your area to work and play.

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