Home Bargains' 'lush' £10 summer BBQ essential that keeps flies away

The candle looks 'gorgeous' and is great at keeping pesky flies away
The candle looks 'gorgeous' and is great at keeping pesky flies away -Credit:2023 Peter Dazeley/Getty


Home Bargains' £10 outdoor candle has been hailed as a 'lush' garden addition that also keeps the flies at bay. The store's fans are buzzing about the stylish outdoor candle that not only enhances the garden but is practical too.

Lifestyle blogger Vicky showcased the Outdoor Edit Earthed Long Wooden Citronella Candle on social media, demonstrating its effectiveness.

Home Bargains shared her video on Instagram, commenting: "We absolutely love our outdoor wooden citronella candle, £9.99."

The candle, which is over 62cm long, is designed to fit comfortably in open spaces. Its description states: "The Outdoor Edit Earthed Long Wooden Citronella Candle is a stylish and effective solution for enhancing your outdoor ambiance while keeping pesky insects away."

"Featuring a long wooden container, this citronella candle doesn't just bring rustic charm to your garden. It also acts as a functional insect repellent, especially against mosquitoes."

Citronella, an essential oil derived from the leaves and stems of various lemongrass species, is known for its natural insect-repelling properties. It's particularly useful for fending off mosquitoes, flies, and gnats, making it ideal for bug-free spring and summer BBQs.

The video posted by Home Bargains attracted a swarm of likes and comments from shoppers. One user, Mrs.r.sheppard, commented: "Well this would looks lush on your outdoor table."

Lisaluburn tagged a friend and commented: "Need need need let me know if you see any please."

Emmalthomas_x expressed her admiration, writing, "This is gorgeous! " Meanwhile, Mrslaithwaite_athome added: "Wow that will be great for summer."