In summer, the secluded garden or the cozy balcony become a green oasis of well-being that relaxes the senses. So that the outdoor area can be enjoyed not only during the day but also in the evening, a well-thought-out lighting concept is an absolute must. This often poses a big challenge for the hobby gardener - because it should combine functionality and style in one. Solar lights have become popular in the garden in recent years as a safe and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional light sources - they create a special atmosphere, effectively highlight garden beds etc. and save electricity at the same time.
Solar lights in the garden – functional and energy-efficient lighting for outdoor areas
Solar lamps have a simple design - a solar cell built into the lamp is used to light the daySolar energy gainedand then stored temporarily in a battery. A twilight switch signals the lamp when the sun sets and it automatically begins to emit the energy stored in the battery as light. In addition, a motion detector can optionally be installed, similar to normal lighting, so that the solar lights in the garden only turn on when necessary.
What needs to be taken into account when purchasing?
The advantages of solar lighting are immediately apparent - on the one hand, it saves electricity, and on the other hand, the lighting fixtures can be installed anywhere in the garden, even where there is no power connection. But so that the end result really matches your expectations, there are a few things you need to pay attention to when purchasing. The first step should be to create a garden sketch, where all the places where direct and indirect lighting is needed are marked accordingly. The garden path, pond, outside stairs and garden fence/wall should always be well lit for safety reasons. In this case, it is worth investing in LED lights; they save energy and last up to 20 hours. The light intensity also plays an important role so that the number of lamps required can be calculated. The warm white light color is gentle on the eyes and creates a cozy atmosphere. But if accents are set in the garden (for example, a flower bed or rock garden is illuminated), then solar lights with changing light can create a cheerful atmosphere.
Solar lights in the garden create a cozy atmosphere
Nowadays there is a large selection ofSolar Dekoleuchtenoffered so that everyone can find the right design. Four models are particularly current at the moment - the glow sticks / plug-in lights, the light balls or light stones, the small, almost floor-level solar lights and the hanging lights.
The glow sticks/plug-in lights can surround the terrace, garden pond or rock garden and in this way effectively set the scene - the elegant lighting adds a decorative touch to the garden design during the day and creates stylish lighting effects in the evening.
The light balls offer three mounting options - they can be placed on a ground spike or on a holding plate, or placed on the water surface - for example the pool or garden pond. The low solar lights offer a discreet and space-saving design option for the balcony or flower bed. The hanging lights successfully replace the string of lights above the dining table or the outdoor bench. No matter which version you choose, solar lights create a romantic atmosphere and set charming accents in the outdoor area.
