Want to transform your garden into a Mediterranean escape this year? Newgarden’s summer-ready decor makes this easy to achieve

As spring gets underway and the evenings get warmer, many of us turn our attention to our gardens, having hidden indoors for much of the cold weather. You might want to elevate your entertaining space, or perhaps you fancy one or two new planters to inject some colour and impact into your displays.

Newgarden, the Spanish outdoor lifestyle brand, has just launched its online store here in the UK, bringing its signature Mediterranean flair and inside-outside ethos to homeowners across the country. From solar-powered lamps to stylish illuminated planters, Newgarden has designed a range that combines beauty and functionality.

So, if you want to create an Ibiza-inspired retreat this year or simply want a few quick fixes that embody the Mediterranean spirit, Newgarden has the products to help you get there. Here, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best outdoor pieces from the new collection to enhance your backyard ideas and get your garden ready to impress guests this summer.

1. Turn your patio into an illuminated sculpture park

Garden lighting need not be boring, and the LOLA floor lamp from Newgarden proves this. Perfect for elevating patios, gazebos or pool areas, this best-selling product is more of a sculpture than your traditional lamp.

As you can see in the image here, it casts a soft, warm glow (but also has a cool setting), perfect for relaxed evenings outdoors when entertaining friends or quietly watching the world go by.

What makes this model so practical is that corded and rechargeable versions are available, making it suitable for a range of different home setups. It also includes a stablising weight, ideal for windy summer nights that can take you by surprise (or not, as the case may be in the UK).

We love this LOLA piece, and it feels like something out of an exclusive hotel resort far away - ideal if you are seeking tropical garden ideas to transform your garden this year.

2. Try an illuminated table with a built-in cooler

If you are looking for entertaining garden ideas, then Newgarden’s Tarida Set might just be the showstopping patio set you need.

Made from high-resistance polyethylene, this table-and-stool combination is available with built-in lighting, which has three light intensity levels to match your mood or ambience during the summer evenings.

What makes this piece stand out from the crowd is that it charges via solar panels during the day, only to automatically turn on at dusk. A clean, green way to elevate your garden, without having to think or even press a button.

What’s more, the Tarida table includes a built-in bottle cooler, perfect for keeping drinks chilled without ever leaving the party.

3. Embrace container gardening

Container garden ideas can help to transform a space, filling patios, terraces or even balconies with lush foliage and flowers. If you want to create a green, tranquil oasis in your garden this year, adding one, two or several pots is always sensible. After all, who wouldn’t enjoy a space full of colourful potted plants?

Newgarden’s HORTENSIA pot collection is perfect for achieving this. Whether you want to grow lantana in pots, or perhaps learn how to grow mandevilla in pots, adding colour to different containers will help to make even the smallest of gardens feel enclosed and full of greenery.

The HORTENSIA pot collection is available in five sizes, ranging from small to large, and comes in a simple, rounded shape, ideal for mixing and matching with other containers and outdoor sculptures.

We recommend grouping odd numbers of pots, which can help to create a more impactful display, particularly if you place different sizes, shapes and colours on a small patio.

They are available in several shades, including white, black, bronze and terracotta. Use terracotta or bronze for that earthy, Mediterranean garden look that we love. Or, if you like modern or contemporary design, go for black or white pots for a sharp, clean aesthetic.

4. Create a cosy corner with portable lamps

Smaller table lamps are important when creating ambiance. If you have ever partaken in a romantic dinner in Spain, you will likely have enjoyed a small table lamp or candle rather than a bright overhead light.

Intimate lighting that creates shadows and movement is far preferable when entertaining, and the OKINAWA table lamp from Newgarden will help you to achieve this. Whether you have a small table for two or a tucked-away reading spot, it is the perfect finishing touch.

The OKINAWA lamp is both solar-powered and USB-rechargeable, meaning that even on cloudy summer days, you can still enjoy a soft, warm glow.

Newgarden’s signature Cherry bulb is also included, which is crafted from bamboo and offers up to 20 hours of battery life. It can be controlled remotely, letting you adjust the brightness to suit the evening. In addition, during the winter, this neat lamp can also be used indoors, making it a product to enjoy year-round.

5. Add drama with illuminated outdoor planters

If you enjoy Mediterranean patio ideas, then filling your space with planters is crucial. You can mix and match, using tall narrow pots to line your seating area, square-shaped vessels to mark entry points, or even low rounded containers as tabletop decor.

If you want to showcase your plants in the evening, then Newgarden’s JUNCO illuminated planters are for you. These solar-charging planters not only look stylish, but come evening, they will glow, with different brightness options to suit your mood.

You can choose between cool, warm, and RGB lighting, making it possible to add drama to your planting. Just think, brightly coloured lilies or olive trees, gently lit by the unusual planter - what could be better?

There are also opaque, non-lighted versions of these JUNCO planters that are available in four colours: white, black, bronze, terracotta and anthracite, ideal for matching with existing outdoor rugs, pillows or throws.

6. Impress with statement shrubs and trees

While clusters of pots can look effective, so too can singular pots showcasing some of the best statement trees or shrubs. Think one shapely topiary or a singular flowering dogwood tree positioned on a patio.

Well, Newgarden’s VIOLETA illuminated outdoor pot would be perfect for this. With a basic rounded shape, the VIOLETA pot can be found in a range of sizes and colours, which would complement almost any style of garden.

The durable finish also means that this pot is weather resistant, handling freezing December temperatures and scorching July days with no problem.

But what makes the VIOLETA pot so impressive is the ethereal glow it produces in the evenings. And, with a solar charging device pre-installed, you can sit back and enjoy the light show with friends and family during those balmy summer evenings.

7. Transform your garden into an art gallery with sculptural lamps

Using sculpture in a garden is a surefire way to maintain interest and structure at all times of year. Whether you enjoy stone statues or you prefer modern abstract pieces, using sculpture will undeniably elevate your space in many ways.

Newgarden’s sculptural FREDO floor lamp does just that, especially when the sun goes down. Standing at 140cm, this impactful design delivers on impact at all times of the day.

Made from high-resistance polyethylene, it is weather-resistant and is suitable for year-round use, looking impressive whether seated in the garden in summer or viewed from indoors during winter.

With three different light intensities, the FREDO floor lamp is one of the easiest ways to make a style statement while also adding function, meaning you can stay outdoors with friends and family for as long as you wish.

8. Curate a tasteful scene with string lighting

All garden designs can be elevated with subtle yet stylish lighting. Whether draped along a fence to cast shadows or used as pergola lighting to draw the eye, illumination is important.

Newgarden’s ALMA outdoor string lights can help to achieve this. Whether you want to light up an archway, trellis or established tree, these string lights - or festoon lights - will get the job done.

Measuring 5 metres, the ALMA string lights are ideal for creating a unique and special atmosphere. And, with solar charging and supplemental electric battery charging capabilities, they are a green and functional way to create a flattering glow, particularly when used to frame your outdoor dining space.

We love the built-in dusk sensor that makes lighting your garden so easy. Simply sit back and watch as your lights jump into action as darkness encroaches.

9. Add a touch of elegant style with hanging lamps

Sleek overhead lighting isn't just for modern interior design. In fact, we think some of the best gardens consider how light can frame a space from above, whether strung across a pergola, draped from a tree, or tucked into a leafy canopy. That’s where Newgarden’s CALABARDINA cable hanging lamp really shines.

Made from rope with an attractive, textured finish, this portable lamp plugs in with no need for any hardwiring, ideal if you’re after an instant glow-up for your outdoor dining area but don’t want any fuss or installation bother.

With three metres of black textile cable to work with, it’s easy to position these lights exactly where you want them.

10. Incorporate natural materials in your designs

Sometimes, it’s the smaller details that really shift the mood in a garden. If you’re aiming for a soft, bohemian look, Newgarden’s SISINE decorative lamps hit just the right note.

Made from natural fibres and with no wires in sight, these lovely little lamps work just as well indoors as they do out, and we think they’re brilliant for lighting a quiet corner or dressing a low table for drinks.

Available in two sizes, SISINE 30 and SISINE 70, these relaxed and almost nostalgic lamps include a rechargeable Cherry bulb with three light intensity settings, so you can adjust the brightness to suit the evening.