Common garden lighting mistakes to avoid, according to a design expert

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You’ve spruced up the patio and cleaned the garden furniture in preparation for spring and summer entertaining – but what about lighting your outdoor space?

You may just opt for twinkling fairy lights, strategic lanterns, or solar lights to enhance the mood – but top garden designer Andrew Duff (andrewduffgardendesign.com), managing director of The Inchbald School of Design in London, warns there are pitfalls you’ll want to avoid.