With the right lighting, your garden is transformed into a romantic, magical world at night. There are imaginative lighting effects for every style of garden, which impressively set the scene for beds, terraces, ponds and solitaires. In order for the illumination to be perfect, important aspects must be taken into account. This guide explains how to do it right.

Small solar lights in the bed create a nice atmosphere at night and charge themselves during the day

Safety is key - planning belongs in the hands of experts

Skillful garden lighting is based on a combination of aesthetics and reliable security. Furthermore, economic aspects must not be left unconsidered, because the purchase of lighting fixtures for the garden and the associated power consumption should be tailored to the budget. So entrust the planning to an experienced professional

In the first step, lights are installed in the garden wherever there are tripping hazards. As part of the installation, professionals pay close attention to the safety of you and your family, including pets and garden animals. In addition, the growth of shrubs, trees and flowers must not be impaired.

After duty comes freestyle - tips for creative garden lighting

Practical bollards or path lights usually ensure safety on sidewalks, on stairs and similar tripping hazards. Operated with mains electricity and equipped with motion detectors, all security-relevant areas are never in the dark. In order to create an atmospheric ambience with light, creative ideas are allowed to flow freely. The following suggestions may serve as your inspiration:

  • Ground lights give perennial beds and lawns a mystical aura
  • Spotlights hidden in the undergrowth will accentuate a statue, fountain or garden bonsai
  • Fairy lights invite you to linger at your seat

The right light in the garden always comes from below. The WOW effect on a terrace can be achieved, for example, with lights installed in the floor, arranged in a straight line or in a semicircle. Test the effect first with a flashlight. What appears rather sober and boring when illuminated from above is given a magical look by light from below.

Let there be light in the garden pond

To ensure that the picturesque garden pond is not lost from view at night, highlight the water world with artistic lighting. Spherical lamps hidden between the grasses of the border planting are also beautiful to look at during the day. On the surface of the water, white or colored floating balls attract everyone's attention at night. Underwater spotlights are the ideal lighting for a splashing fountain.

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By illuminating your garden, you also keep unwanted night owls at bay. Experience has shown that if martens, raccoons and the like that are active at dusk and at night are on their nocturnal raids, the bullies leave illuminated gardens unmolested.

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Garden design