Are you like me, that thinks cinder blocks are just used in foundations? Now I have seen they can be used in landscape designs without costing a fortune.
You can create a planting bed design by staggering 3 or more layers of blocks. You may want to paint the blocks a particular color using stone spray paint. A cheap way for creating raised beds.
Create sitting benches by stacking the blocks and placing landscape timbers in the open ends. Place cushions making more of a comfortable place to sit. Cement the blocks together for support. Add an outdoor table to the design.
Cinder blocks make for a great fire pit or outdoor fireplace. If you are handy, create that master bar-b-que.