Oriental Solar Garden Lighting

In recent years, oriental or "Zen" gardens have become a popular design style used by many gardeners. Oriental gardens include design elements used in traditional Japanese gardens. These design elements include the use of a water feature such as a pond or waterfall, oriental plantings, pagodas, and oriental garden lighting.

Today, solar garden lights are available in nearly every design imaginable. Solar garden lights are easy to install and require no electricity; making them an environmentally-friendly and economical choice. Solar garden lights use a single Nicam (nickel and cadmium) battery, which is charged by the sun during the day. In the evening, solar lights are activated through the use of an LED connector and can hold their charge for up to 15 hours.

Pagoda solar garden lights are some of the most popular choices in oriental solar garden lighting. These lamps are in the shape of a pagoda, which is a tiered tower with multiple eaves. These lantern shaped lights are attached to a pole, which is inserted into the ground. Pagoda solar garden lights are frequently used to light pathways and the corners of outdoor decks.

Solar stones are oftentimes used in oriental gardens. The most common shape is the hexagon, which is symbolic of the bagua used in feng shui. Solar stones are flat and look as if they are actual stones. A small solar panel is inserted in the center of the stone, which is constructed from a durable poly-resin material. Solar stones require no installation and are used to light pathways or placed throughout a garden for subtle illumination.

Garden lamps add beauty and elegance to any oriental garden. Garden lamps are oftentimes constructed from concrete or granite, or durable plastic which looks like granite. These solid garden lamps have a cut-out design from which light illuminates. A solar panel is attached to the top of the garden lamp, allowing it to charge throughout the day.

Solar wall sconces have become a popular choice of many garden designers because of their beauty and ease of use. Solar wall sconces attach to the side of a wall or deck and illuminate a soft white or amber light. Solar wall sconces are available in a variety of styles, sizes and colors.

There are many choices of oriental solar garden lighting. This type of lighting is commonly found in garden shops and craft and hobby stores. Some of the most unique oriental solar garden lighting can be found through Internet stores; oftentimes, at significant savings.