As the countdown to summer intensifies, garden enthusiasts are eagerly preparing their outdoor spaces for warmer evenings. High street retailers are responding with a range of budget-friendly products, including an impressive torch candle from Home Bargains that promises to be a standout addition.
Home Bargains' Striking Torch Candle
Home Bargains is currently stocking The Outdoor Living Collection Torch Citronella Candle for just £1.99. This product is being marketed as the perfect accessory for summer evenings, combining style with practical insect-repelling properties.
At an impressive 89 centimeters in height – nearly three feet tall – this candle makes a substantial visual impact in any garden setting. The retailer describes it as both stylish and effective, serving dual purposes of ambiance creation and pest control.
Product Features and Availability
The product description emphasizes its multifunctional nature: "Light up your outdoor spaces with The Outdoor Living Collection Torch Citronella Candle! This stylish and effective torch not only keeps pesky bugs away but also adds a warm glow for those perfect summer evenings."
Shoppers can purchase the candle online with home delivery, typically costing £3.95 in addition to the product price. Alternatively, customers are encouraged to check local store availability, as stock may vary by location.
Competitor Offerings in Outdoor Candles
Other retailers are also capitalizing on the summer garden trend with their own citronella candle collections.
Dunelm's Woven Brick Effect Candles
Dunelm is preparing to launch two new citronella candles through their coming soon page. The £10 Woven Brick Effect Eucalyptus and Citronella Multi Wick Candle features three wicks and is designed for larger outdoor spaces. According to the product description, "This three‑wick candle blends eucalyptus and citronella scents to help repel insects, making it suitable for outdoors and great for larger spaces."
A more compact £6 version, the Woven Brick Affect Eucalyptus and Citronella Single Wick Candle, offers similar insect-repelling properties with what the retailer calls textured charm for side tables and patios. Interested customers can sign up for email notifications when these products become available for delivery.
B&M's Colorful Citronella Options
B&M is offering several citronella candle options at various price points:
- A £3 Coloured Glass Candle with Citronella available in pink, lilac, and yellow variations, described as the ideal centrepiece for long, balmy evenings in the garden
- A £3 Cocktail Scented Candle with Citronella in Tropical Spritz, Blue Lagoon, and Cosmopolitan designs
- A premium £15 Recycled Glass Citronella Candle for those seeking a more substantial option
As with Home Bargains, B&M encourages customers to check local store stock availability before visiting.
The Growing Outdoor Living Market
The proliferation of these products reflects a broader trend in home and garden retail. As consumers increasingly value their outdoor spaces as extensions of their living areas, retailers are responding with affordable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing options.
Citronella candles have become particularly popular due to their natural insect-repelling properties, making them practical for summer evenings when mosquitoes and other pests are most active. The combination of pest control with ambient lighting creates a product category that appeals to both practical and aesthetic sensibilities.
With prices ranging from £1.99 to £15 across different retailers, there are options available for various budgets and preferences. The nearly three-foot-tall Home Bargains option represents particularly strong value at under £2, while Dunelm and B&M offer alternatives with different design aesthetics and scent combinations.
As summer approaches, these products are likely to see increased demand from consumers looking to maximize their enjoyment of outdoor spaces during warmer months. The convenience of online purchasing with home delivery options makes these products accessible even to those without easy access to physical stores.
