*Would rate 4.5 stars if I could, but rounding up is fair in this instance*

These studio collection candles look great, and once the wax pool reaches the edges, they throw great. But, the time it actually takes to do that is why I'd take half a star away if I could.. it's a good while. In my experience with 3 of them now (Pumpkin Banana Scone, Holiday Zest and this one), it's 2-3 hours. This is a good and bad thing, obviously, but overall, unless you get an extremely off-centered wick, they burn really well. One of mine was slightly off, but even then it was easily correctable with a foil covering.

As for this scent, it's pretty strong, and maybe it's even stronger in a larger candle? I'd be fine if it were, but like this one as is too. To help with a comparison, I also bought Shimmering Christmas tree in the 3-wick, and almost like that one better as it's a bit lighter in the pine scent strength, but in a nice way.

Walmart has the BEST prices on their Yankee Candles. The Yankee Candle Studio Collection candles are quite substantial for their smaller size. They work beautifully and elegantly in areas where a jar style candle is not appropriate or space is limited. The Balsam %26 Cedar scent is amazing and is the perfect accompaniment to an artificial tree during the Christmas season. My order arrived with a broken candle and Walmart immediately sent out a replacement without any issues and not need to return. Great item! Great price! Great customer service too!

My family always has this candle burning during the holidays, especially now that we have a plastic Christmas tree rather than the real thing. We have tried other candles from other retailers but none of them compare to Yankee Candle. The strength and reach of this scent really can't be beat.

The Balsam & Cedar aroma is pleasant and delivers a calming affect to your home. The scent of this candle is soft and earthy sweet. This fragrance floats naturally through your home leaving a beautiful atmosphere that relaxes you mind and spirit.