Home Bargains' £7 décor buy adds a ‘magical touch' to your garden & it's great if you've got an ugly wall or fence
A BUDGET buy can help to instantly elevate your garden this summer.
It is said to add a "magical touch" by replicating an iconic style seen in areas such as Notting Hill.
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A Home Bargains buy can help add a 'magical touch' to your outdoor space (stock image)
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While peak wisteria season in London lasts from late April to early May, you can bring the colouful touch to your garden all summer long.
The iconic climbing purple plant can be spotted in a variety of London neighbourhoods, and also famously covers the front of the Bridgerton house from the hit Netflix show.
But now you can achieve this look for just £6.99, with a quick trip to Home Bargains.
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According to the product description, this buy will "add a magical touch to your garden or patio, casting a warm and inviting glow".
"The enchanting beauty of Wisteria String Solar Lights embraces the magic of wisteria blossom vine with lights," manufacturers said.
These practical yet stylish buys can help to turn your space into a "haven of warmth and style".
They are perfect for "softening hard lines" as well as "topping large planters, raised flower beds, fence, and walls".
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The lights measure 1.9 metres in length with an additional two metre lead which means they can be strung along the top of a wall or hide an ugly fence.
While they normally emitt a warm white LED light, there is still a chance of flashing and static with these bargain buys.
Mrs Hinch raves about £2 Home Bargains buy that 'adds charm to your garden' & a £10 product that's 'cheaper than Amazon'
These sttring lights automatically turn on at dusk with a rechargeable battery included.
There is also a remote solar panel included with the string lights.
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Manufacturers recommend the lights for outdoor use only.
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