Candlewood Farm

About

Nestled in the rural farming community of New Braintree, MA, this second-generation perennial garden and orchard ofers a vibrant display of seasonal blooms inspired by English garden design. In 1967, Magi Durham, a recent émigré from England, purchased this 10-acre property with her husband. She began cultivating a traditional English flower garden, complete with terrace and central lawn for playing croquet, hedged of from the road by lilacs. Magi developed the garden for over 35 years and added a greenhouse in the ’90s to house her orchid collection and start seeds. In 1970, Magi planted a willow tree to celebrate the birth of her daughter, Sarah. Today, that tree towers over the garden’s western edge. Sarah and her husband, Craig, who now live there, planted two additional willows in honor of their daughters, to carry on the tradition. Craig, who is passionate about trees and meadows, also planted a multi-genus orchard composed of 16 fruit trees in 2012. The couple added raised beds, where they grow vegetables, herbs, and cut flowers for fun. Their newly acquired honey bees add to the charm of the dynamic garden spaces where they also serve as a retreat and family oasis.

This garden’s estimated size is 5 acres.

2025 Open Day:  Saturday, June 14 

Hours:10-4