"Garden Post" Solar Lantern with Planter Box

Light up your entrance, patio, or garden path with the Garden Post — a classic solar lantern with ornate scrollwork ironwork and an integrated planter box, designed to be used as a freestanding floor post or wall-mounted bracket light.

By day, its matte black silhouette and decorative ironwork make a striking architectural statement. By night, the warm filament LED glows through the clear glass panels, casting a welcoming cottage-style light across your outdoor space.

Fill the planter box with seasonal flowers, trailing ivy, or herbs to create a living display that changes with the seasons — no wiring, no effort.

• Solar-powered: charges automatically during the day
• Warm white filament LED, auto on at dusk
• Ornate scrollwork iron bracket
• Integrated square planter box
• Use as freestanding floor post or wall-mounted light
• No wiring or batteries required

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Garden Post be used as both a floor post and a wall light?
Yes — the Garden Post is designed for dual use. As a freestanding floor post, it stands independently on a flat surface such as a patio, decking, or garden path. As a wall-mounted bracket light, it can be fixed to an exterior wall, fence, or gate post using standard wall fixings (not included). Both configurations look equally striking.

How does the solar charging work?
The Garden Post has a built-in solar panel that charges an internal battery automatically during daylight hours. It switches on at dusk and runs for approximately 6–8 hours on a full charge. For best performance, position in a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. No wiring, no batteries to replace.

What can I plant in the integrated planter box?
The square planter box suits compact seasonal plants — trailing ivy, small lavender, herbs, pansies, or succulents all work beautifully. Choose plants that complement the matte black ironwork and the cottage-style aesthetic of the lantern. The planter box adds a living, seasonal dimension to the display that changes throughout the year.

Is the Garden Post weatherproof for outdoor use?
Yes — the matte black ironwork and glass panels are designed for year-round outdoor use. For best longevity, we recommend bringing inside or covering during prolonged frost or extreme winter conditions, particularly to protect the planter box contents and the solar panel.

How does the Garden Post compare to the Dark Column and Rattan Glow?
The Garden Post is the most traditional and cottage-style of the three — ornate ironwork, filament LED, and an integrated planter make it ideal for entrance displays and garden paths. The Dark Column is more architectural and contemporary, suited to larger spaces. The Rattan Glow is the most portable and bohemian, ideal for tabletop or hanging use. All three are solar-powered with no wiring required and work beautifully together in a layered outdoor lighting scheme.