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Core Product Advantages
Maximum Aesthetic Blending
Low profile and decorative designs integrate seamlessly into the garden landscape.
Ultra-Easy Installation
Simple push-in staking requires no tools, perfect for instant setup and relocation.
Low Cost and High Quantity
Allows consumers to purchase many units for large area coverage without significant investment.
Subtle Accents: Decorative Garden Walkway Border Lights
Decorative Garden Walkway Border Lights are designed for aesthetic definition and subtle low-level illumination, intended to mark the edges of garden beds, flower borders, and winding non-vehicular paths. The primary function is decorative, providing a gentle, welcoming glow rather than functional safety light. The "Border Light" designation implies a low height (typically 30 to 45 cm) and a small footprint, allowing them to be visually unobtrusive during the day and softly illuminating the ground cover at night.
These lights are distinguished by their stylistic variation and gentle output. 1. Design Variety: They come in numerous decorative shapes, such as sculpted mushrooms, small orbs, or miniature stake lanterns, often made of plastic, glass, or thin-gauge metal. The aesthetic focus is on blending into the garden landscape. 2. Very Low Lumen: The output is typically very low (5 to 20 LM), designed not to overpower the natural beauty of the garden or disturb neighbor's sleep. The CCT is almost universally a soft Warm White (2700K), creating a romantic, ambient glow.
3. Power Efficiency: Due to the low lumen requirements, these lights can use smaller, more readily available battery types (NiMH AA or AAA) and smaller Polycrystalline panels, which helps keep the unit cost low. The light is typically a 360∘ diffused pattern, illuminating a tight circle around the fixture's base. 4. Easy Installation: Installation is the simplest of all solar lighting, requiring only pushing the plastic or metal stake into soft earth. This ease of installation makes them a high-volume consumer product, often sold in large multi-packs.
The market targets impulse buyers, seasonal decorators, and general consumers seeking easy, budget-friendly enhancements to their garden aesthetic. Success hinges on a visually appealing daytime design and acceptable, continuous run-time (4-6 hours) for the low-level light. While durability is lower than commercial-grade lights, the expectation is for easy, periodic replacement due to the low unit cost and the natural wear and tear of being placed directly within garden beds.
Technical Specifications (Low Profile Garden Stake)
| Product Series | NL-SPLL-Garden-Deco |
| Light Source | Single SMD LED or LED String |
| Nominal Power | 0.1W |
| Lumen Output (Ambient Marker) | 5 - 20 LM |
| CCT Range | 2700K (Warm White) |
| Solar Panel | Integrated Polycrystalline, 2V/50mA |
| Battery Type | NiMH AA, 1.2V/600mAh |
| Height (Installed) | 30 to 45 cm |
| Housing Material | ABS Plastic/Thin Metal with Plastic Lens |
| IP Rating | IP44 |
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Installation & Warranty
1
Unpack and Activate
Remove the light from the box, attach the stake, and ensure the internal ON/OFF switch is set to the ON position.
2
Stake into Soft Earth
Avoid forcing the stake into hard ground, which can cause bending or breaking. Water the area first if the soil is dry.
3
Clean for Brightness
Due to low power, any dirt or pollen on the small solar panel will impact performance. Wipe clean regularly for best results.
Comprehensive Application Scenarios
Flower Bed and Shrub Delineation
Softly illuminating the front edge of garden borders for visual definition.
Winding Garden Paths
Providing a subtle line of light along non-vehicular, casual walking routes.
Outdoor Dining Area Accents
Setting a gentle, romantic mood light around patio and deck seating areas.
Commercial Project Snapshot
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 30,000 Units (Mass-Market Garden Center/Discount Retail) |
| Lead Time (Typical) | 15 Working Days |
| Packaging | Bulk 12-Pack or 16-Pack Retail Boxes Highlighting Aesthetic Design and Value |
| Certifications | CE, RoHS, IP44 (Verification), CCT Verification |
| Raw Materials Focus | NiMH AA/AAA, Polycrystalline Cells, ABS Plastic, Low-Power SMD LEDs |
| Customization Options | Decorative Top Design, CCT, Stake Length, Packaging Quantity, Price Point Optimization |
ABOUT US
Solar Product Solutions
Ningbo Loyal Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. established in 2013, is a professional China Decorative Garden Walkway Border Lights Manufacturers and Wholesale Decorative Garden Walkway Border Lights Factory, engaged in the solar related products, such as solar garden light, solar street light, solar power system and so on. It is located in Ningbo with convenient transportation and dedicated to strict quality control and thoughtful customer service. Our experienced staff members are always concerned to customers’ requirements and responsible to present the satisfied products. Our principle is, “To produce what customer need really and to serve how customer satisfy fully.”
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Customization
We have a strong R&D team,we can develop and produce products according to the drawings or samples customers provide.
Quality
We have our own testing lab and the advanced and complete inspection equipment,which can ensure the quality of the products.
Advanced Equipment
We covers the entire production process, from solar cell cutting to the testing of finished solar product. We wholly own solar panel production line and guarantee all the solar panels used to the products are qualified.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is 10 lumens bright enough for a walkway?
A: It is sufficient as a marker light to define the edge. For functional safety, a higher lumen path light (50+ LM) is needed.
Q: How long will these low-cost lights typically last?
A: The lights themselves often last 3-5 years, but the small NiMH batteries usually need replacement every 1-2 years, depending on charge cycles.
Q: Do these come with Li-ion batteries?
A: Rarely. To keep the cost low, they usually use standard, easily replaceable, low-capacity NiMH AA or AAA batteries.
Q: Will the Warm White CCT clash with my cool white house lights?
A: Yes. For a consistent look, try to match the color temperature. Use Warm White lights for ambient/decorative areas and Cool White for security/utility areas.
Q: How far apart should I space border lights?
A: Since they are markers, spacing them 1 to 2 meters apart is ideal to create a continuous, soft line along the edge.
Q: Are the plastic lenses prone to yellowing in the sun?
A: Lower-quality plastic lenses may yellow after a few years of direct UV exposure. Look for models specifying UV-stabilized or high-impact polycarbonate.
Q: Can these withstand being hit by a lawnmower?
A: No. They are low-profile but should be placed far enough away from the mowing path to avoid collision damage.
Q: What is the risk of water damage to the internal electronics?
A: The IP44 rating protects against splashing. They are vulnerable if left submerged in standing water or buried in heavy snow for long periods.
Q: Do the lights have an ON/OFF switch?
A: Yes. All solar lights should have a switch, usually located under the light head/cap, to allow charging during storage or transportation.
Q: Are these lights designed to work in winter?
A: They will function, but performance is greatly reduced. The combination of low winter sun and colder temperatures significantly lowers battery run-time and charge efficiency.
