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Corten Steel Garden Bollard Lights, Designed in Australia
Koru Gum designs sculptural outdoor lighting in corten steel, each piece shaped by the native flora of Australia and New Zealand. By day, every bollard stands as garden sculpture; after dark, it casts warm, patterned light across paths, driveways and planting. Founded in Sydney with roots on both sides of the Tasman, we work in a steel that only grows more beautiful with age — weathering into a rich, natural finish that gets better the longer it's in your garden
Garden Lighting
Enhance your outdoor spaces with the natural elegance and lasting strength of our Corten Steel Garden Bollard Lighting.
Corten Steel Garden Lights Inspired by Two Landscapes
Every design in the range starts with a real plant or symbol. The Gum Leaves bollard honours Australia's iconic gum trees, Aussie Wildflowers celebrates the country's flowering natives, Fern Sanctuary captures the calm of the forest floor, and Koru Swirl takes its form from the unfurling fern frond that signals new growth in New Zealand.
Each piece is cut from rust-finish Corten steel that develops a deeper, richer patina season after season, so the lights settle into a garden rather than sitting on top of it.
About
Welcome to Koru Gum - where the wild beauty of New Zealand’s native forests meets the rugged charm of the Australian landscape. We proudly offer a unique and artistic range of garden bollard lights, crafted from premium Corten steel, designed to complement the natural world while illuminating it in style.
Nature-Inspired Design
Designs echoing the raw beauty of New Zealand and Australian landscapes.
Sculptural Lighting with Purpose
Sculptural lighting that transforms outdoor spaces day and night.
Made to Last
Durable Corten steel that weathers beautifully with time.
Lights inspired by Nature
Enhance your outdoor space with our blend of artistry and functionality!
Garden Bollard Lights for Paths, Driveways and Entries
Each of the four designs comes in three heights (485mm small, 695mm medium and 995mm large) with a slim 120mm body, so a matched line can run the length of a driveway or mixed heights can step through a garden bed. These decorative bollard lights work singly as a feature or in sets for wayfinding.
LED Garden Bollard Lights: The Specs Behind the Glow
Behind each pattern sits an IP65-rated low-voltage fitting: a 7W LED tri-colour light fixture running on 12V, delivering 560 to 600 lumens with a rated life of 30,000 hours. Colour temperature is selectable between 3000K, 4000K and 6000K, so the same fitting throws a warm glow for entertaining or a crisper white for visibility, with the IP65 rating built to handle rain, dust and everyday outdoor conditions. A 12V transformer is required and not included; the LED fixture carries a 12-month replacement warranty, and the steel bollard itself is covered for 5 years.
New collection
Illuminate your outdoor space with the Aussie Wildflower Corten Steel Bollard Light, a beautiful tribute to Australia’s vibrant and diverse wildflowers. This stunning light fixture...
Enhance your outdoor oasis with the Fern Sanctuary Corten Steel Bollard Light, a stunning piece that embodies the relaxing and calming essence of ferns. Symbolising...
Introducing the Gum Leaf Corten Steel Bollard Light, a striking addition to your outdoor space that captures the essence of Australia’s iconic gum trees. This...
Illuminate your space with the stunning Koru Swirl Corten Steel Bollard Light, a unique outdoor lighting solution inspired by the Koru, a symbol of new...
Sculptural Pathway Lighting for Gardens That Work Day and Night
Laser-cut steel garden lights earn their keep twice. In daylight, the cut motifs read as freestanding sculpture; after dark, those same motifs project across paving and foliage as pattern and shadow. That double duty is what separates designer garden lighting from a plain fixture: fewer fittings, more effect, and a garden that looks composed even with the power off.
Each design draws on the native flora of Australia and New Zealand, so the pattern isn't just decorative — it's rooted in the landscape it's lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best outdoor garden lights for landscaping?
The best picks pair long-life materials with light you can layer. Bollards mark paths and driveways, spike lights lift trees, and wall fittings cover entries. For planted beds, corten steel works well because its earthy finish sits naturally among foliage by day, then throws patterned light at night. A warm colour temperature around 3000K gives the softest, most welcoming effect.
How do I choose energy-efficient LED garden bollard lights?
Check output against draw first: Koru Gum bollards run 7W IP65 rated light fixtures, producing 560 to 600 lumens, a strong return for very little power. Favour replaceable LED 7W fittings over sealed units, a rated life of around 30,000 hours, and selectable colour temperatures. Low-voltage 12V systems also keep running costs and installation complexity down.
What are the benefits of sculptural pathway lighting for gardens?
It does two jobs at once. By day, the pieces read as garden sculpture, giving structure to beds and borders; after dark, they cast patterned light that guides people safely along a path without harsh floodlighting. Because each fitting is a feature in its own right, fewer of them are needed to make a garden feel considered and complete.
What makes laser-cut steel garden lights a unique landscape feature?
The pattern is the point. Cutting a motif through the steel body means one fixture works twice: a solid sculptural form in daylight, and a projector after dark, throwing that same motif across paths and planting as light and shadow. Koru Gum's designs, including gum leaves, ferns, wildflowers and the koru, make each fitting a piece of regional storytelling as well.
How do corten steel garden lights develop their natural patina?
Corten weathers through natural cycles of wetting and drying. Fresh steel starts grey, shifts to bright orange rust within weeks outdoors, then settles over roughly one to three years into the stable, russet patina the material is known for. That layer protects the steel beneath and slows further corrosion.
Are corten steel bollard lights durable for all weather conditions?
They are made for exposure. The patina re-forms over minor scratches, and there is no paint or powder coat to peel in heat or frost. Koru Gum backs the steel bollard with a 5-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
Where can I purchase weathering steel outdoor lights in Australia?
Weathering steel is the generic name for the material most people call corten, so search both terms when comparing suppliers. Koru Gum manufactures its own weathering steel range and sells it online in Australian dollars.
Do you offer shipping for corten bollard lights across Australia?
Yes. Orders placed through the Koru Gum online store are delivered under the delivery terms published on the site, with pricing in Australian dollars. Faults must be reported within ten business days of delivery, so inspect the carton on arrival. Confirm heights of 485mm, 695mm or 995mm before checkout.
Where can I find high-quality garden decor in Sydney?
Koru Gum is based in Sydney. Its sculptural steel bollards double as freestanding garden sculpture, with rusted steel columns patterned with native motifs that hold their own beside planting, pavers and pools.
What options are available for outdoor garden lights in NZ?
Koru Gum's range includes designs inspired by New Zealand, including the Koru Swirl and Fern Sanctuary. The low-voltage 12V LED format is straightforward for landscape circuits. New Zealand buyers can email sales@korugum.com with delivery questions before ordering.