How many lumens for garden lighting?

Garden lighting is both atmospheric and functional. As you know, the ideal number of lumens depends on where and how you use it. Check our garden lighting for inspiration and options.

What are lumens?

Lumens measure the visible light a bulb produces. The higher the lumens, the brighter the light. Especially for LED, lumens matter more than watts.

Lighting per garden zone

Each area in your garden needs different brightness:

• Ambient lighting: 100 - 300 lumens per fixture.

• Paths: 300 - 500 lumens per meter.

• Terrace/seating: 400 - 700 lumens per lamp.

• Security lighting: 700 - 1300 lumens for strong illumination.

LED efficiency

LED lights provide high brightness with low energy use. Choose LED for an efficient and eco-friendly solution.

Tips

• Make a lighting plan.

• Mix ambiance and task lighting.

• Use dimmers or smart lights to adjust brightness.

Conclusion

The right lumen choice enhances both safety and atmosphere. Use the ranges above to select what works best in your garden.