Penhaligon's London British Tales - Highgrove - Scented candle

Penhaligon's London - British Tales - Highgrove - Scented candle

In the royal gardens of Highgrove, where King Charles III has realized his vision of sustainable horticulture for over four decades, a fragrance emerges that enchants the senses as “earthly sunshine.” This extraordinary scented candle from Penhaligon’s embodies the essence of those 15-hectare organic gardens that captivate nearly 40,000 visitors annually.

The Fragrance: Highgrove Bouquet opens with the silvery sounds of linden blossom, that weeping silver lime which serves as the central motif throughout the composition. This noble bloom brings green, floral, and powdery facets to the fragrance, intensifying its natural character with a narcotic aroma that is green, airy, and reminiscent of lily of the valley.

In the heart accord, radiant mimosa unfolds, whose intensely fragrant blossoms symbolize spring’s arrival. With its green and pollen-like facets, mimosa adds a comforting powdery texture and enriches the floral accord with hints of almonds and honey. This precious flower embodies both comforting elegance and radiant energy.

The warm cedarwood in the base lends the composition a woody dimension and longevity, while adding sophistication to the overall fragrance. With its dry, woody character that is clean, smooth, and grounded, cedarwood creates a soft warmth with a grounding effect.

This hand-poured candle emerged from a meaningful collaboration with Highgrove Gardens and supports The King’s Foundation, with 10% of proceeds flowing to educational programs that promote sustainability and craftsmanship. Each flame tells the story of a royal garden where over 72 plant species thrive in the Wild Flower Meadow and where King Charles’ philosophy lives: “The whole point of gardening is to give pleasure to other people, not just to me.”

Using advanced Headspace technology, this fragrance captures the direct essence of the weeping silver lime in full bloom, evoking the feelings of being surrounded by a lush, sun-drenched garden and embodying the magic of nature itself.