Homebase is selling premium outdoor lanterns which don't require plugs for under £30 – they're perfect for summer nights
And to truly set the mood, the right lighting is essential.
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Forget fiddly wires and the need for outdoor sockets, because Homebase has just unveiled a range of premium outdoor lanterns that are both stylish and incredibly convenient - for under £30.
The buzz began with a recent TikTok video from @ homebaseuk, showcasing these elegant additions to any outdoor space.
Crafted from durable black metal with a sleek square design, these lanterns exude a sophisticated, contemporary feel that will instantly elevate your home's exterior.
Whether you're looking to illuminate your doorway, create a welcoming glow on your porch, or add a touch of ambiance to your garden wall, these lanterns are perfectly suited.
What truly sets them apart is their hassle-free nature.
They don't require any plugs, making installation a breeze and offering ultimate flexibility in placement.
Each lantern includes a warm white LED bulb, ready to cast a soft, inviting glow as soon as it's installed.
Plus, with an IP23 rating, you can rest assured they are protected from the elements, ensuring they'll stand up to whatever the British summer throws at them.
For those dreaming of enchanting summer nights filled with laughter and al fresco dining, these Homebase lanterns are an absolute game-changer.
At under £27, they offer a touch of luxury and practicality that's hard to beat.
Gardening fans are also flocking to Home Bargains to get their hands on their Jardin Hanging Glass Bird Bath for £3.99.
Perfect for adding a touch of whimsy and wonder to your outdoor space, this isn't just any garden ornament.
This eye-catching bird bath features a delightful stained glass-style design, adorned with vibrant flowers and delicate butterflies.
It promises to become a captivating focal point, drawing the eye and adding a splash of colour to your green oasis.
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As described on the Home Bargains website, it will "Transform your garden into a wildlife haven."
The bird bath invites local birds to "drink and bathe," offering a much-needed spot for them to cool off and rehydrate, especially as the warmer weather arrives.
Crafted with care, the bird bath is hand-painted and frost-resistant, ensuring it can withstand the elements and remain a charming feature year-round.
Measuring a generous 21x40cm, it provides ample space for a variety of birds to enjoy a refreshing dip.
July gardening jobs
The Sun's Gardening Editor Veronica Lorraine, has shared the tasks you need to tackle this July in your garden.
1. Prune Wisteria
You should only prune back Wisteria twice a year - and July - or mid summer - is one of those times. After flowering cut back long side shoots to around seven buds.five or six leaves.
2. Pinch out tomatoes
Your tomatoes should be really picking up - so pinch out all the side shoots without flowers - and remove all the leaves that are shading the tomatoes - this will give them maximum light and energy.
3. Keep weeding
Hand weeding and hoeing the surface of the soil will keep your weeds under check.
4. Feed Dahlias
To keep Dahlias flowering until Autumn, you must keep feeding them weekly with a liquid fertliser high in potassium - which encourages blooms.
5. Keep deadheading plants
Keep up with deadheading your bedding plants and perennials - so they keep coming back for the season. With roses make sure you're deadheading back to a set of five leaves, giving you the best chance of them flowering again.
6. Check on your pond
If you're lucky enough to have a pond - make sure it's clear of algae, which can really bloom when the sun beats down.
7. Feed your lawn
Whether that's with a liquid feed or granules. If you've chosen granules try to get them down before the rain comes, so they soak into the soil.
8. Tend to strawberry plants
Cut the leaves off strawberry plants after you've picked them - leaving the crown untouched - which should help with next years fruit.
9. Sow extra seeds
July weather is a great time to sow seeds as the warm soil and sunshine is great for germination. Try carrots, winter broccoli and other brassicas.
10. Move young plants into soil
Get any young plants you've got left in the greenhouse - like courgettes - into the soil.
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