We’ve had our finger on the pulse of the tomato-scented candle trend for a couple of years now, when we first reported on the unwavering popularity of Loewe’s luxury Tomato Leaves candle, a verdant, fresh-off-the-vine scent that unfortunately costs $130 for one gorgeously appointed terracotta vessel. In 2026, demand for lycopene-fueled fragrance is still strong, but this time around, a much more humble retailer has inspired the frenzy: Trader Joe’s.The only barrier to entry is that it’s a seasonal item that isn’t available year-round. TJ shoppers will already be painfully aware of the grocer’s tendency to introduce beloved products to its shelves, only to discontinue them a few months later — as is the case with the Trader Joe’s Tomato Leaf candle. It’s so adored that there are Reddit threads dedicated to documenting its in-store return, and even third-party resellers offering it up for four times more than its regular $4 price. It’s that time of year when your local Trader Joe’s might have just stocked the tomato candle. It’s also equally possible that it’s already sold out, depending on your location. If you don’t want to try your luck or be at the behest of seasonality, shop the upcoming list of tomato-scented candles that you can reliably buy right this second.AmazonA beautiful-looking tomato candle with fresh, rosy notesAfter my own modestly hoarded stock of Trader Joe's Tomato Leaf candles from last year had dwindled, this was the replacement that I ended up purchasing, and I absolutely love it. Made with a vegan soy wax and cherry wooden wick for a clean, soot-free burn, this candle by La Jolie Muse features fresh notes of tomato and fig leaves as well as rose and earthy moss. I love the embossed glass votive, and I think this is a good entry point for anyone not sure if they'll like a tomato scent, because it's so perfectly balanced with the floral notes that you're most likely used to. AmazonAn affordable soy blend candle with a clean-burning wood wick This plant-based candle is made with a soy and coconut wax blend that can burn up to 35 hours for the medium-sized jar. It's housed in an amber glass vessel with twist detailing along the bottom to add a hint of visual interest without being overtly ostentatious. Its fresh fragrance includes notes of purple basil, sweet orange, thyme, crushed basil, soft woods and more to give it the aroma of a sweet tomato on a hot summer day.AmazonA Maison Sicilian candle scented like crushed tomato stemsMeant to smell just like a summer garden, this Maison Sicilian candle features fresh and earthy notes of tomato leaf, mugwort, olive, basil, musk and amber. With a 65-hour burn time, this candle is made from premium soy wax, a natural fiber wick, and uses luxury fragrance oil for a clean burn. AmazonA soy wax candle with notes of tomato, bergamot, basil and moreApothecary-inspired brand Malin + Goetz is the maker of this dynamically scented candle meant to bring the aroma of tomatos ripening on the vine into your home. Like all of the brand's delectable candles, it's made from hand-poured soy wax and features invigorating notes of basil, bergamot, lavender and mint. RevolveA fresh and zesty tomato candle in a reusable ceramic jarWith this candle by Paddywax, not only will you get to enjoy a zesty and garden-forward aroma filling up your space, but you'll also have this hand-painted ceramic jar featuring a sweet tomato pattern. This 8-ounce candle boasts notes of citrus, heirloom tomato, eucalyptus and white peppercorn, paired with herbaceous green notes of basil, pine leaf, sage and a floral touch of gardenia. Flamingo EstateA savory, peppery heirloom tomato candle from Flamingo EstateBoasting rich notes of tomato vine, basil and pepper, this vegetable wax candle will transport you to the Italian countryside in a single whiff. It's just what we need to elevate the senses during the drudgery of the cold winter months. Hand-poured in Los Angeles, this Flamingo Estate candle is packaged in recyclable glass, so make sure you clean it out properly and put it in the recycling bin for minimal environmental impact.Etsy/LoamCandlesA handmade candle created in Southern California Made from scratch in small batches by the small Los Angeles-based business, Loam Candles, this coconut soy wax candle promises a non-toxic burn time of up to 50 hours using a 100% cotton wick. The scent, which is aptly called Community Garden, features a zingy blend of freshly pruned tomato and fig leaves as well as marigold and mandarin. Element BrooklynAn earthy tomato candle that is an alternative to Loewe'sIf you want your tomato candle to be more of the earthy, vegetal variety, you might want to stick your nose in the Jardín Azteca candle from Element Brooklyn, a scent that the brand claims is an affordable alternative to the famed candle from Loewe. It features the scent of tomato vines at the top, cassis berries at the heart, and foresty notes of fir balsam and oak moss. And for even greater affordability, you can purchase a candle refill to place in the glass votive for just $20.LafcoA culinary-inspired candle in a beautiful hand-blown glass votiveLafco's Tomato Season candle will delight lovers of culinary-inspired scents that unfurl beautifully in areas like the kitchen. This soy wax candle features notes of ripe heirloom tomatoes, cucumber water, fresh parsley, basil and citrus zest. All of the herbaceousness is balanced with bergamont tea leaves, white woods, sage and musk. The marbled, hand-blown glass votive isn't too shabby either. AnthropologieA soy wax candle that combines fruity and earthy notesTrust Anthropologie to know exactly where to source a beautiful candle that melds both form and function. This sumptuous, fruity, earthy candle is made with soy wax and is housed in a beautiful translucent green vessel. It features notes of ripe tomato, green stem and soil, providing a relaxing garden escape even if you're stuck inside your city apartment.Maison Louis MarieA green tomato candle with muskier notes The crisp and bright green tomato notes of this Maison Louis Marie candle are perfectly balanced with the richer and more musky notes of aakmoss, wild vetiver, buchu leaf and patchouli. Made from a soy wax blend, the Liane de Tomate scent also features less conventional notes of star anise and lavender for gentle freshness. Antica FarmacistaA complexly scented candle featuring notes of cut grass. pepper and ripe peachAntica Farmacista has an entire tomato vine collection for those who can't get enough of this yummy, earthy scent. This candle features notes of green tomato vine, herbaceous basil, ripe peach, Meyer lemon, cut grass, pepper, jasmine, violet, freesia, white musk, cedar and more. It's a complex fragrance that will infuse the space with a warm, rich scent.Brooklyn CandleA tomato vine candle inspired by the Amalfi CoastUnfortunately, just like the Trader Joe's tomato candle, this one is also a limited edition from Brooklyn Candle, so get it while you can. Poured into this good-looking striped glass votive, this candle is made with 100% soy wax and a lead-free cotton wick and boasts an uplifting blend of "freshly plucked roma tomatoes, fragrant basil, zesty lemons, limes, and Sicilian oranges" mingled with sea salt air. Net-A-PorterA famous luxury tomato candle by LoeweWe can't leave out the original source of our inspiration, Loewe's famous Tomato Leaves candle. If you've been saving your pennies or are itching to splurge, then you can't go wrong with this gorgeous candle. The brand's in-house perfumer (chic!) created this candle to energize and revitalize anyone who sniffs it. It's made with vegetable wax and housed in a terracotta earthenware vessel with the brand's iconic lettering and a bubbly silhouette.