Retaining walls can level a sloped yard, prevent erosion and look beautiful! Check out these distinctive retaining wall ideas ...

A retaining wall allows you to turn a useless (for landscaping purposes) slope into a terraced, flat area. And perhaps the easiest way to build such a wall is with used railroad crossties.

Don’t worry if you’re not one to dedicate yourself to your yard. ... Retaining wall ideas you haven’t seen before. Retaining walls come in all shapes and sizes. Photo: fotolinchen.

These are the best garden edging ideas, including modern and traditional borders. ... 15 affordable and easy garden edging ideas you can do yourself, with advice from a master gardener.