The main types of landscape lighting fixtures
The core landscape lighting fixtures are: path lights (walkways), spotlights and flood/wash lights (trees and facades), well lights (in-ground uplighting), bullet lights (tight beams for columns and trunks), step and deck lights (safety), and hardscape/dock lights. A good design combines several types for depth.
The everyday fixtures
- Path lights — cast light down onto walkways and beds
- Spotlights / bullets — narrow beams to uplight trees, columns, and details
- Flood / wash lights — wider beams to light broad facades and hedges
- Well lights — sit flush in the ground for hidden uplighting
- Step, deck, and hardscape lights — safety and accent in built structures
- Dock and underwater-rated lights — for waterfront properties
Why fixture choice matters
Beam angle, output, and build quality all change the result. The right mix — and correct aiming — is the difference between a yard that looks professionally designed and one that looks like a hardware-store kit.
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What fixtures should I start with?
Most homes get the biggest impact from a few facade uplights plus path lights at the entry, then expand from there.
Are brass fixtures worth it?
In South Carolina humidity, solid brass and copper hold up far longer than aluminum or plastic, making them worth the investment.
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