Will Landscape Lighting Repel Fireflies This Summer?
Putting off your landscape lighting installation for fear of interrupting firefly activity around your home this summer?
Let’s shed some outdoor light on the topic of fireflies versus professional landscape lighting. Can you have only one or the other? Is there a way to have both a beautiful landscape lighting installation and firefly activity? As your experts in outdoor and landscape lighting, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of St. Louis has great news to share!
Can Outdoor Lighting Really Deter Fireflies?
Yes, it is possible that some outdoor lighting might not be very firefly friendly. Fireflies are averse to a large amount of light pollution because it disrupts their signaling. Additionally, blue-toned or bright cool white, steady-on lights could act as firefly deterrents.
The good news is that a well-planned and intentional outdoor and landscape lighting design and installation by Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of St. Louis can help your home and property shine at night without putting off lightning bugs. Here’s how we can do it!
Using warm-toned LED bulbs
Soft-white lighting will be less disruptive to fireflies and all their firefly mates.
Think low
We can install low-voltage landscape lights, which are low to the ground, like pathway lights, ground orbs, and even firefly-like lighting sprays.
Create and maintain dark zones
Assign areas, where you anticipate firefly activity, and set the lighting to be turned way down or even completely off when it’s time for their arrival. You can easily do this with a smart lighting timer installation.
Thoughtful Landscape Lighting by Design
At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of St. Louis, we believe that Mother Nature and outdoor landscape lighting can beautifully co-exist. Our expert lighting designers can craft an outdoor lighting design to coincide with your lifestyle and your landscape. From subtle downlighting for your garden to soft deck lighting to accommodate your firefly watching season, we can set the scene for unforgettable summer nights.
Searching for outdoor lighting near me in St. Louis?
You never have to choose between beautiful lighting or firefly-filled summer nights. Outdoor Lighting Perspectives can light your way to the magic of summertime evenings with a thoughtful design and expert installation. Get in touch with us at (636) 202-0369 to schedule your consultation today!