Now the summer evenings are here and we're enjoying the fresh air in our gardens compared to our muggy homes, chances are you'll want to stay outside as long as possible and enjoy your garden oasis even once the sun has set. In many ways, your sun lounger, patio dining set, or outdoor sofa has become your go-to lounge space this season, and in doing so, you'll want to deck out your garden to look good and become a functional space.
Maybe try an outdoor rug, a glamorous bar cart for your lemonade and Pimms, or a stylish solar floor lamp to keep the outdoor entertaining going after dark. Powered by the sun during the day, these planet-friendly lights elevate your patio and can be easily moved around. Move around your patio to accommodate more space for guests or place it near your chair of choice to read late into the evenings.
We've shared the ten best solar floor lamps to buy right now that pack style and substance.
Our best buys: Solar floor lamps
Habitat Home Warm White Outdoor Tripod USB LED Solar Lamp
Floor flare
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Add this solar lamp this weekend and enjoy your space from dusk to beyond – no cables or digging required! The traditional white shade has 32 warm white LEDs and sits atop a modern silver tripod base.
Specifications:
Size: H150 x W34 x D34cm
Weatherproof: Yes
Bulbs: 32 x LED (included)
Batteries required: 1 x Li-Ion batteries (included)
Review: "This really finishes off my inside/outside look in my garden. I was worried it wouldn't give enough light but it does. So pleased I got one."
Black Cage Solar Outdoor Pendant Light
Take a stand...
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…add a pendant light, and eating and entertaining outside instantly becomes magical. The warm white LED bulb is powered by five solar panels, and the pendant can be removed and hung from a pergola, or wherever you like! You can buy the matching stand for £99.99.
Specifications:
Size: Pendant light: H47 x D38cm, Pendant stand: H192 x D40cm (available separately)
Weatherproof: Yes - IP44
Bulbs: 5 x LED (included)
Batteries required: AA batteries (included)
Review: "So happy with my purchase beautiful lantern had so many complements from neighbours."
Indoor Outdoor Solar Tripod Floor Lamp
Sleek neutral hues
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An investment buy, this ever-so-chic floor lamp gives you all the versatility. It has a solar-powered bulb that can also be charged from the mains on an overcast day, remote control, a dimmer function, and multiple light colours to choose from with the RGB LED light. Perfect for setting the mood for every occasion.
Specifications:
Size: H146.5 x D45cm
Weatherproof: Yes - IP65
Bulbs: RGB LED bulb (included)
Batteries required: Recharge using micro USB cable - cable included, but mains adapter not.
Blumfeldt Moody Solar ST Remote Lamp RGB Light
Colour changing cutie
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They’ll be a feeling of fun in the air with this remote-controlled, colour-changing lamp with seven different hues. Charge via the solar panel or USB cable and get up to ten hours of illumination.
Specifications:
Size: H150 x D34cm
Weatherproof: Yes - IP44
Bulbs: 7 colour RGB LED (included)
Batteries required: Rechargeable battery (included)
Shailena Solar Powered Outdoor Floor Lamp
Spherical style
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This sculptural lamp will cosy up your outdoor living room with its warm white LED light. It is a suitable feature to place in a variety of areas thanks to the tripod base making it stable on almost any ground.
Specifications:
Size: H31.5 x D29 x W11.42cm
Weatherproof: Yes
Bulbs: LED (included)
Review: "Looks stunning at night lit up, a bit pricey but just makes the garden."
Habitat Solar Tall Rope Floor Lamp
Highly strung
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Break that indoor-outdoor barrier with this interior-worthy lamp with an on-trend rope-laced shade. Choose from two brightness settings, whole or half, to create your desired ambience. It’s suitable for use with low-energy bulbs and comes with one LED and one lithium-ion battery.
Specifications:
Size: H160 x D36cm
Weatherproof: Yes
Bulbs: 1 x LED (included)
Batteries required: 1 x Li-Ion batteries (included)
Garden Outdoor Solar Powered LED Black & Copper Tripod Lamp
Rise and shine
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There’s no need to shut the curtains on the outside world when dark falls with this attractive lighthouse-inspired solar floor lamp. The energy-saving light uses the attached solar panel to recharge the built-in battery throughout daylight hours and once charged it will provide up to six hours of light.
Specifications:
Size: H92 x D17.5cm
Weatherproof: Yes - IP44
Bulbs: LED (included)
Batteries required: built-in batteries (included)
Luxform Solar Industrial Tripod Studio Led Light
Bargain brights
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Get a designer look for less with this modern industrial lamp. We love the way its Edison-style bulb reflects off the copper-coloured shade. With a built-in Dusk sensor the light will automatically switch on when it gets dark and a full charge provides six hours of use.
Specifications:
Size: H80 x D40cm
Weatherproof: Yes
Bulbs: LED (included)
Batteries required: 2 x AA rechargeable batteries (included)
Solar Outdoor Standing LED Light 132cm Lamp
Dark delight
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Position where it will grab the sun by day, then move it to an otherwise unlit area to bring your modern garden to life at night. A rechargeable battery is included with this solar floor lamp.
Specifications:
Size: H132 x D28.7cm
Weatherproof: Yes
Bulbs: 20 lumen LED (included)
Batteries required: Rechargeable battery (included)
Solia Floor Lamp Solar Cell
Dimmable darling
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Enjoy a drink at dusk lit by this dimmable floor lamp. Boasting a sleek metal frame and sturdy ABS-plastic lampshade, it comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, perfect for daily use. Remember to wipe solar light panels regularly using a cloth to remove dust and improve performance.
Specifications:
Size: H150 x D28cm
Weatherproof: Yes
Bulbs: Built-in LED (included)
Batteries required: Rechargeable battery (included)
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