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Memorial tree planting has many options – the simplest of which is planting a tree in your own garden. Planting a memorial tree or a plant of remembrance is a meaningful way to honour a loved one after their passing. To dedicate a tree or plant in their name keeps their memory alive, and seeing it grow over the years can bring comfort for years to come. You can ask an organisation to plant a memorial tree or section of woodland in your loved one’s memory. Lots of charities in the UK plant trees to help grow woodlands and forests, as well as support the environment and local wildlife. For example:

The National Forest (opens in a new tab) – An environmental project aiming to expand UK woodlands, where you can either pay to have a tree planted or plant it yourself at a special event. You can also dedicate a grove to your loved one. It’s important to remember that if you do plant a memorial tree on private property, there’s no guarantee that future owners will keep the tree, or allow you to visit it. Using an organisation to plant a tree of remembrance Forget-me-nots (opens in a new tab) – aptly named as a tribute for your loved one, a bright blue flower This could be their favourite flower, a plant in the shade of their favourite colour, or even a flower that carries a certain meaning. Some common remembrance plants include: The Woodland Trust (opens in a new tab) – A conservation charity that gives you a certificate, map and woodland information sheet when you plant a memorial tree. You can also add a plaque for an extra fee.Secondly, think about how big the tree will grow. Will there be enough space for it in the years to come? And could it pose a hazard once it grows past a certain size? And if there’s wildlife living near your tree, you may not be allowed to scatter ashes at all, as it can interfere with the local ecosystem. Roses (opens in a new tab) – different meaning depending on the colour (red for love, yellow for friendship) A memorial plant is a heart-warming way to commemorate a loved one. Usually this is a bush, flower or herb planted in a meaningful place in your garden.

There are rules (opens in a new tab) about scattering ashes you must abide by, though – particularly if you’re scattering on private property. For example, scattering ashes can affect the soil’s pH levels, which could damage a new memorial tree’s growth. (This is less of an issue if you’ve dedicated a pre-existing healthy tree.) Finally, if your loved one wasn’t cremated, installing a plaque at the base of their memorial tree can be another touching way to remember them. What is a memorial plant? Poppies (opens in a new tab) – come in many colours but red poppies are associated with eternal sleep, hope and remembrance To plant a memorial tree in a private location, you need to have the landowners permission (opens in a new tab) and make sure you’re not breaking any of the landowner’s rules. Dedicating a tree as a gift means choosing an existing tree as a tribute to your loved one, instead of planting a new one.

Trees of remembrance are tributes to a deceased loved one. They are a lasting symbol of their life and the impact they had on the world. Planting a tree in your garden means you don’t need to seek permission from anyone. But there are a few things to consider to make sure your memorial tree is properly cared for. Choosing a memorial plant is a personal choice. Usually, people choose a plant that had a personal meaning to their loved one. Here’s a simple guide to choosing the right memorial tree for a loved one – from which type of tree you’d like, to the most suitable place to plant it... Choosing your type of memorial tree Lilies (opens in a new tab) or daisies (opens in a new tab) – representing innocence, appropriate for remembering a younger loved one