Garden light brightens your landscape after dark, helping you enjoy the fruits of your labor. Whether you’re hosting dinner parties or relaxing with friends around the fire pit, having a well-lit outdoor space is key to creating a welcoming and cozy experience for everyone.
Using light to illuminate your landscaping also prevents tripping and falling hazards in the dark, which can be especially dangerous for older adults or children. Task lighting, such as bollard lights installed along pathways and bulb-style lights mounted near outdoor kitchens provide concentrated illumination that helps you complete activities without straining your eyes. Additionally, motion sensors activate lights only when they detect movement, making them perfect for entryways and walkways to deter intruders and provide illumination on-demand so you don’t have to waste energy lighting up your entire yard every night.
While garden lights can be used in a variety of ways, they’re particularly effective for illuminating trees and shrubs, allowing you to see their silhouettes at night, which gives them an after-dark glow. Depending on their height and width, however, you may need to choose fixtures with a wide or narrow beam angle to ensure a good coverage of the respective plant.
Another great use for garden lights is illuminating raised garden beds and trellises. String lights, such as those found on this home’s terrace from My 100 Year Old Home, add a sense of ambiance to the seating area while ensuring you can check on the plants at any time without having to reach for a flashlight.