Article by skyline
Lighting truly is the best way to create ambience in any space; indoor or outdoor. Whilst lighting is always a key factor in any interior design, don’t let it be overlooked in your garden either.
So, what’s the best lighting for gardens and how can you create that cosy, inviting vibe outdoors once the sun has gone down? Here’s some inspiration.
Fairy lights
Fairy lights are the ultimate front runners in creating a twinkly, warm atmosphere for those balmy summer evenings. They can be utilised in a number of ways in your garden. String fairy lights from the roof of a pergola or from your house across to your fence or adjoining wall to create a glittering canopy to relax underneath. You can also weave them through trees, plants or bushes for a more subtle look.
Depending on your garden set-up, you can opt for plug-in fairy lights if you have an outdoor power source or opt for a solar-powered option. Solar-powered may not offer quite as bright a light as the former option but will still do wonders in creating that magical atmosphere you might be seeking.
Solar lights
Speaking of solar lights, if your garden is a bit of a suntrap then your solar lighting options are pretty endless. You may have to place these lights strategically as they need sunlight in order to come to life in the evenings. From post lights placed down a pathway or nestled within your flower beds, most outdoor lighting today comes with a solar-powered option so you’re sure to find something to suit your garden design.
One of the best things about solar lights is that you don’t need a power source so you’ll never be limited to how many you can have or where you can place them.
Wall lights
If you have unutilised wall space in your garden, invest in wall lights to illuminate the area. This could be on the side of your house or on any garden walls to light up patio and living areas. Up-and-down lighting in particular looks super stylish and creates a beautiful ambience whilst remaining one of the more practical lighting options.
Need to take the bin out or nip outside during the evening? Wall lights offer enough levels of light to be useful on a practical level whilst also atmospherically illuminating your outdoor space for any after-dark hosting you have planned.
Festoon lights
Think of festoon lights as a levelled-up version of fairy lights. Like fairy lights, they are bulbs on a string, but the bulbs are larger to make more of a statement and give off more light. The super chic Love Island villa propelled these lights to new dizzy heights and set somewhat of a garden decor trend that’s here to stay.
Festoon lights look great in gardens of any size – even if you’re only working with a small balcony or terrace space, they really offer the wow factor simply strung from one side of your garden to the other.
Multi-purpose lights
Double up your garden accessories to bring a little light into your life. At Skyline, we stock LED planters so that you can display your plants and light up your garden at the same time. If you’re looking to bring a little bit of Ibiza to your outdoor space, look no further than our LED planters. With their bright white and minimalist appearance, they offer a nod to the white island and bring a dose of beach-like calm to your home.
Don’t restrict your time in the garden to daylight hours only. With the best lighting for gardens, you can enjoy your outdoor space from dawn ‘til dusk!
