I was recently project managing a small makeover of the covered terrace at Peckham Bazaar, a South London restaurant for Little Olive Oil (the Albanian Extra Virgin Olive Oil business I’m a partner in). One element was introducing some greenery to freshen the space. A perfect place to hang plants was across two internal windows, so they could be enjoyed from both inside the main restaurant and from the enclosed terrace. The only issue was the lack of natural light, so if the plants were going to work long term, they needed a bit of help.
The client mentioned ultraviolet lights, which I didn’t think were appropriate. Most of the options I’d seen before felt quite harsh. After a bit of research, I came across Grow Gang, which immediately piqued my interest. These are efficient grow lights that look super stylish and use the latest horticultural LED technology, which sounded perfect.
Sophisticated Looking Plant Grow Lights
I was immediately drawn to the Claria Grow Light Pendant in black, which stood out straight away. It has that clean, architectural look you’d expect from a really considered piece of lighting, not something for plant care. As you can see on my mood board, the Claria Grow Light blends effortlessly into the restaurant space. You wouldn’t instantly think of a full-spectrum grow light, which is exactly why it works so well.
Not only does it look lush, but it also doesn’t need to be hard-wired and can simply be plugged in. This is another win, as there were already sockets on the posts opposite each window where the plants hang. With a 4.5-metre cord length, they can be hung with a nice swag, and you also get hanging hooks, wall fixtures, and screws, which makes everything easy.
For best results, you’d typically keep the lights on for a good portion of the day to mimic natural daylight, which helps keep growth steady and consistent. I found out that plants like to sleep, so when the restaurant is in full swing in the evening, the lights can be turned off to let the candlelight take over.
Other Grow Gang Plant Lights For Your Home
Alongside the Claria pendant, Grow Gang offers a full range of lighting options to keep your houseplants happy. The Pianta Grow Light LED Bulb is one of the easiest options, as it works in existing lamps while still providing plants with the full-spectrum light they need, all with a warm finish that doesn’t feel out of place.
For slightly darker areas or larger plants, the Pianta 30 version delivers stronger output, helping plants stay healthy in spaces that would otherwise be a bit limited. There are also more flexible setups, such as the adjustable floor lamp bundle, which lets you move things around as needed.
Other options include the Pianta Grow Light Clip-On Bulb Holder, a practical solution if you want something more flexible. It clamps onto shelves or tables and can be angled exactly where you need it, making it ideal for smaller spaces or more casual setups.
Grow Gang Provides A Simple Solution To Help Plants Thrive
Most homes or rooms don’t receive consistent natural light throughout the day, so you end up with plants in places you might not want. With these bulbs and lighting solutions from Grow Gang, you can transform boring, dark corners into lush greenery thanks to the full-spectrum sunlight effect.
What stands out about Grow Gang is that it doesn’t feel overly technical or complicated. The founders started the brand after struggling with the same issue in their London flats, where plants weren’t getting enough light and weren’t thriving. They wanted something that actually worked yet still looked good in their homes, and that balance comes through in the products.
If you’re looking to introduce more greenery but don’t have the best natural light, this is a straightforward way to make it work. You can find more information and shop the full range on the Grow Gang website. I hope you love your new lights as much as your plants do! Enjoy.
Disclosure: We were gifted lights by Grow Gang.