When it comes to lighting up your garden, it can be hard to know where to start.
Do you want lighting that highlights a path? Or do you want something a bit more random, which can add a touch of magic to the space?
Either way, in 2024, there are many options to choose from, which can allow you to add creativity and beauty to your outdoor space without the needless hassles of installing wires and switches. So, read on to learn about some of the most fun ways to brighten up your small patch of heaven.
Fencing
OK, so you may be wondering how lighting equates to fencing.
When you have a new composite fencing installation, you can have areas of the fence removed to make room for lights. As composite fencing can be designed with hollow areas that you can run wires through, this makes it ideal for placing lights along the border of your garden without the need for nails or loose wires. If you can, discuss this with the fencing installer and see what options they offer to add light to the fence.
String Lights
Who doesn’t love string lights?
Much like the aforementioned lights in the fence, they can be powered by wires connecting to the house or solar-powered. This means all you need to do is hang them up, run them around your tree or bushes, and watch them come to life at dusk.
The best part of string lights is that the bulbs come in an array of different shapes, everything from standard light bulbs all the way to bumblebees. So, choose one that matches your garden’s aesthetic, and then watch it glow come nightfall.
Solar Lights
There is also the option to put solar lights in your garden, with many people opting to have them fitted along garden paths or next to garden features to help keep the area lit for an evening garden party. Make sure that any solar lights you fit are placed in a bright area, or else you may get a somewhat dim glow come nightfall. One of the most popular types of solar light in 2024 is the post light, which adds a modern look to your garden without the need to have wires running across your lawn. Perfect!
Up Lights
Speaking of modern gardens, many people who choose a more modern design will often have features around their garden that they want to highlight, such as water features and statues. So, if you want to show off your garden pieces to visitors, why not look into uplighting? These are typically mounted to a wall or fence and can be rotated in any direction. Best of all, this type of lighting comes in both main powered options and solar, so you can choose the right option to brighten your outdoor space.
Lanterns
Lastly, there are lanterns.
These rose to popularity in the early 2000s when people placed tealight candles in jam jars around their gardens. Come 2024, you can buy LED-based options (which eliminates the fire risk) in different colours and brightness. So, if you want an effective and rustic way to light up your lawn, this may be the option for you.